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Thank you for choosing an FC4100 Cutting Plotter Series.
The FC4100 is a high-performance grit-rolling cutting plotter that incorporates a
16-bit CPU and digital servo drive system for highly precise cutting of color
adhesive film at high speed.
The FC4100 Series;
FC4100-75
30 inches (75 cm) wide.
FC4100-100
42 inches (100 cm) wide.
FC4100-130
54 inches (130cm) wide.
For more information about Graphtec and Graphtec products, visit Graphtec’s
home pages at:
www.graphtecusa.com
(USA, Canada, South America)
www.graphteccorp.com
(Other regions)
For frequently asked questions, visit our FAQ site for the FC4100 at:
www.graphtecusa.com/imaging/cutters/fc4100/faq.htm
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Special precautions
Handling the Cutting Blades
Handling the Cutters
Attaching a Cutter Pen
After turning on the Plotter
Machine caution Label
Notes on Working Environment
Notes on Use
Daily Maintenance
Storing the Plotter
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Chapter 1 Out of the Box
Checking the Contents
Accessories
Nomenclature
Installing the Accuload System
Connecting the Plotter
Connecting to the Computer
Connecting to the Power
Power to the Plotter
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Chapter 2 Cutters and Holders
Cutter Pen Nomenclature
PHP32-CB09N Cutter Pen
PHP32-CB15N Cutter Pen
PHP31-CB15 Cutter Pen
PHP32-CB09 Cutter Pen
PHP32-CB15 Cutter Pen
Replacing the Cutter Blade
Replacing Supersteel Blades in the PHP32-CB09(N) & PHP32-CB15(N)
Replacing Ceramic & Sapphire Blades in the PHP31-CB15
Blade Length
Adjusting the Blade Length
Obtaining the Correct Blade Length
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Chapter 3 Preparing to Cut
Control Panel
Indicator Lamps
Select Keys
Position Keys
Menu Keys
Selecting a Function Menu
Initial Menu
Setting the Multilanguage Display
Turn on the Plotter
Loading Media
Sheet Media
Roll Media
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Select the Media Type
ROLL-1
ROLL-2
SHEET
CONTINUE
Initializing Routine
ROLL-1
ROLL-2
SHEET
CONTINUE
Setting Conditions
Select the Tool from the Menu
TANGENTIAL mode
Cutter Conditions
To Change the Cutter Force
To Change the Cutter Speed
To Change the Cutter Quality
To Change the Cutter Offset
Running Cutting Test
Test 1
Test 2
Cutting Pro
Plotter Pen Conditions
Pen reference Values
To Change the Pen Force
To Change the Pen Speed
To Change the Pen Quality
Pounce Conditions
To Change the Pounce Force
To Change the Pounce Speed
To Change the Pounce Quality
To Change the Pounce Offset
Light Pointer Conditions
How to Pint the Target
Checking the Cutter Path
Changing Feed Speed
Withdrawal of the Pen Carriage
Returning the Pen Carriage to Origin
Chapter 4 Advanced Functions and Settings
ORIGIN - Setting the Cutting Origin
Origin Point with ROTATE function
COPY - Copying the Data in Plotter Buffer Memory
Copying Sequence
PEN UP/DOWN - Raising/Lowering the Pen
BUFFER CLEAR - Clearing the Buffer
FEED - Advancing the Media
ORIGIN - Setting the Origin in HP-GLTM Mode
AREA - Setting the Cutter Area
EXPAND - Expanding the Cut Area
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PAGE LENGTH - Setting the Length of the Page with Roll Media
ROTATE - Rotating the Coordinate Axes
DATA SORTING - Sorting the cut data
MIRROR - Reversing the Image
SCALE - Enlarging and Reducing an Image Size
AXIS ALIGNMENT - Axis Alignment Parameter Setting
Selecting the Axis Alignment Tool
Selecting the Axis Alignment Method
Axis Alignment Adjustment
AUTO PRE FEED - Advancing the Media Automatically
TANGENTIAL EMULATION - Cutting Tiny Letters or Thick & Thin Material
Selecting Tangential Emulation Mode
Enabling the Tangential Emulation
SPEED - Setting the Pen Up Speed
OFFSET ANGLE - Adjusting the Blade Offset Angle
OFFSET FORCE - Setting the Offset Cut Pressure
STEP PASS - Setting the Step Pass
DISTANCE ADJUST - Adjusting the Length of Cut Line Segments
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Chapter 5 Background Settings
The MENU TREE of Background Setting
Background Settings for GP-GL
LANGUAGE SELECTION
“:” “;” Command Control (“:” “;” COMMAND)
Pen UP/DOWN for the “W” Command
Condition Priority
Initial Blade Control Position (INIT. BALDE CONTROL)
Length Unit
Pen UP Movement Control (PEN UP MOVE)
Media Size Sensor Control
Pinch Roller Sensor Control
Background Settings for HP-GL
LANGUAGE SELECTION
Model No. Response (MODEL EMULATED)
Condition Priority
Initial Blade Control Position (INIT. BLADE CONTROL)
Length Unit
Pen UP Movement Control (PEN UP MOVE)
Media Size Sensor Control
Pinch roller Sensor Control
Circle Resolution
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Chapter 6 Test Modes and Troubleshooting
CONDITION LIST - Listing the Cutter Conditions
Sample printout of the CONDITION function
DATA DUMP - Using the Character Dump Mode
SELF TEST - Running the Self Test
Troubleshooting - The Plotter is Turned on but it Doesn’t Work
Troubleshooting - Improper Initialization
Troubleshooting - Plotter does not Operate Properly
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Troubleshooting - Poor Cutting Results
Error Messages and Their Cause
Error Messages with their Possible Causes and Probable Solution
Command Error Messages and Their Causes
Error Messages in GP-GL Command Mode
Error Messages in HP-GL Command Mode
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Chapter 7 Setting The Interface Function
Setting the Parallel Interface
Setting the Serial Interface
INTERFACE - Setting the Interface Function
How to get to the INTERFACE menu before you have loaded media
How to get to the INTERFACE menu after you have loaded media
STEP SIZE - Setting the Programmable Resolution
RS-232C - Setting the Data Transmitting Conditions
COMMAND - Selecting the Command Mode
Centronics-Compatible Parallel Interface
Specifications
Electrical Characteristics
Input/Output Circuitry
Input/Output Timing Chart
Pin Assignment of the Parallel Connector
RS-232C Serial Interface
Specifications
Electrical Characteristics
Pin Assignment of the Serial Connector
Cable Connection
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Chapter 8 Specifications
Main Specifications: FC4100-75
Main Specifications: FC4100-100
Main Specifications: FC4100-130
Options
External Dimensions: FC4100-75
External Dimensions: FC4100-100
External Dimensions: FC4100-130
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Chapter 9 Options
FC4100 Pounce Tool Manual
Inserting the Pounce Tool
Select Pounce Tool from the Menu
Pounce Conditions
To Change the Pounce Force
To Change the Pounce Speed
To Change the Pounce Quality
To Change the Pounce Offset
FC4100 Stand Option
Contents
Assemble the Stand
FC4100 Basket Option
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Contents
Assemble the Basket
FC4100 Media Roll Holder Option
Contents
Assemble the Media Holders
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Appendix
Information to the User
Compliance Information Statement
EC Declaration of Conformity
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Index
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Special Precautions
This section covers special precautions you should take when operating or storing your plotter.
TIP: Information to simplify the task.
NOTE: Important information to complete a task correctly.
CAUTION: Will cause damage to the unit.
ACHTUNG: Lesen Sie den mit diesem Symbol markierten Absatz besonders aufmerksam. Es
besteht die Gefahr eines irreparablen Schadens, sofern nicht genau nach den
Anweisungen vorgegangen wird und diese korrekt durchgefürhrt werden.
WARNING: Will cause damage to the Operator.
WARNUNG: Es besteht Verletzungsgefahr.
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Handling the Cutting Blades
WARNING: Cutter blades are used with this plotter. Be sure to handle the cutter blades and
holders with care to prevent bodily injury.
WARNUNG: Benutzen Sie diese Messer vorsichtig, um Verletzungen zu vermeiden.
n Cutter blades are very sharp. While handling a
cutter blade or cutter pen, be careful to avoid
cutting your fingers or other parts of your body.
n Die Messereinsätze sind sehr scharf! Um
Verletzungen vorzubengen, müssen die
Messereinsätze mit vorsicht gehandhabt
werden.
n Promptly return used blades to the cutter case
provided. When the case is completely filled,
discard the used blades together with the case.
Handling the Cutters
n The tip consists of a sharp blade so make sure
not to extend it too far.
n Instructions on replacing the blade or adjusting
the blade length are provided in Cutters and Holders.
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Attaching a Cutter Pen
WARNING: To avoid injury, do not touch the pen tip after the plotter is turned on.
WARNUNG: Um das Risiko einer Verletzung herabzusetzen, sollten Sie niemals das messer
berühren während der Schneidplotter arbeitet.
Follow the procedure below to attach a cutter pen to the pen carriage
1. Make sure the pen holder screw is loose.
2. While holding the pen holder upward, push the cutter pen all
the way into the holder until its rim contacts the pen stopper.
3. When the pen as been properly mounted, tighten the screw.
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After Turning on the Plotter
During the course of turning on the plotter, be sure to observe the following precautions:
The pen carriage and loaded media may suddenly move during the cutting operation,
immediately afterward and when setting the plotter’s functions.
Keep your hands, hair, clothing and other objects out of the vicinity of the pen carriage, grit
rollers and loaded media.
To prevent operator injury and poor cutting results, be careful not to allow your hands, hair,
clothing or other foreign objects to become entangled with the pen carriage or loaded
media while using the plotter.
Um das Risiko einer Verletzung herabzusetzen, Halten Sie Hände, Haare und Kleidung
fern von bewegten Teilen! Legen Sie nicht die Hände oder Gegenstände auf oder neben
die bewegten Teilen!
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Machine Caution Label
The Machine’s Caution Label is located on the top cover.
CAUTION. REFER TO USER’S
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION
SHARP POINT
KEEP HANDS, HAIR, AND CLOTHES
AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS
Achtung. Für weitere Informationen,
lesen Sie bitte diese Handbuch, bevor
Sie mit der Arbeit beginnen.
Scharfe Kante.
Halten Sie Hände, Haare und Kleidung
fer von bewegten Teilen!
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Notes on Working Environment
Be sure to observe the following notes in the working environment of your plotter:
n Avoid use or storage of the plotter in places
subject to direct sunlight or the direct draft
from air-conditioning.
n Avoid locations that are extremely dusty.
n Prior to cutting, ensure that no obstacles
are placed in the vicinity of the pen
carriage or loaded media.
CAUTION:
Impeded movement of the pen carriage or loaded media may prevent accurate
cutting, or may trigger the position alarm to reset the system or system
overload. An overloaded system triggers the product’s circuit protection.
Should the system overload, causing the power to shut down, turn off the power
switch and unplug the power cord. After 5 to 10 minutes, connect the power
and turn on the system. For more information, see Chapter 6 Test Modes and
Troubleshooting.
n To prevent malfunctions of the
plotter’s sensors, position the plotter at
least one meter (3 feet) away from
fluorescent lamps, electric lamps and
any other source of indoor illumination.
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Notes on Use
Be sure to observe the following notes on the use of your plotter:
CAUTION: Make sure your computer and power sources are adequately grounded (the RS232 interface cable should meet the CCITT V24, EIA RS-232 standards.
Graphtec’s RS-232 serial interface cable conforms to the EIA standard).
Inadequate grounding may result in severe damage to your plotter or computer
and constitute misuse of the plotter.
n Never lubricate the plotter mechanisms, it will
result in plotter malfunction
n To avoid scratching the cutting mat, ensure that
the cutter pen blade is not excessively extended.
n Do not touch the moving parts of the plotter
while it is operating.
n When manually moving the pen carriage to
load the media be sure to move the pen
carriage slowly.
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Daily Maintenance
During the course of daily plotter operation, be sure to observe the following precautions:
n Never lubricate the mechanisms of the plotter.
n Clean the plotter’s casing using a dry cloth that has been moistened in a neutral
detergent diluted with water. Never use thinner, benzene, alcohol, or similar solvents
to clean the casings; they will damage the casing’s finish.
n Clean the cutting mat using a dry cloth. In case of stubborn stains, use a cloth that
has been moistened in alcohol or in a neutral detergent diluted with water.
n Clean the plotter’s paper sensors using a cloth moistened in a neutral detergent
diluted with water. Never use thinner, benzene, alcohol, or similar solvents to clean
the sensors; they will damage the sensors.
Storing the Plotter
When your plotter is not being used, be sure to observe the following points:
n Remove the pen attached to the penholder.
n Cover the plotter with a cloth to protect it from dust and dirt.
n Do not store the plotter in direct sunlight or high temperature.
Out of the Box ♦ C1 - 1
Chapter 1
Out of the Box
This chapter describes plotter nomenclature and how to install your plotter.
Checking the Contents
After unpacking your plotter, check that the standard accessories shown below are all present. If
any accessory is missing, contact your sales representative or the nearest Graphtec dealer.
Accessories
Power Cord
(The configuration
pictured may differ from
the actual cords
supplied.)
RS-232 Cable
w/adapter
(US Market only)
User’s Manual
Accuload™
Cutter Pen Set
Cutter Holder
(PHP32-CB09N)
with 2 cutter blades
(CB09UA)
Black Water-Based
fiber-tip pen
KF552-BK-P
Stand Kit
(FC4100-75 Option)
(FC4100-100 Standard)
(FC4100-130 Standard)
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Nomenclature
1. AC Line Inlet: Where the power cord is connected.
2. Control Panel: Used to access various plotter functions.
3. Cutting Channel: A channel running along the cutting mat area. Used to reduce pouncing
tool wear.
4. Cutting Mat: A black strip placed under the cutting area. Used to reduce cutting blade wear.
5. Grit Rollers: Metallic rollers which have a file like surface.
6. Media Set Lever: Used to raise or lower the push rollers during loading or unloading media.
7. Accuload™: Used to carry rolled media and ensure its rotation.
8. Paper Sensor: The front is used to sense the leading edge of the media. The rear sensor is
used to sense the trailing edge of the media.
9. Parallel Interface Connector: Used to connect the plotter to the computer with a Centronics
compatible parallel interface cable.
10. Pen Carriage: Moves the pen across the media during cutting or plotting.
11. Pen Holder: Holds the pen onto the pen carriage.
12. Power Switch: Used to turn the plotter on and off.
13. Push Rollers: Black rubber rollers that push the media against the grit rollers.
14. Roller Location Guide: Yellow markings on the rail and rear side of the top cover that show
the position of each grit roller. Use these guides as an aid in locating the push rollers and in
locating the media roll on the stock roller.
15. Serial Interface Connector: Used to connect the plotter to the computer with a RS-232
serial interface cable.
16. Stock Rollers: Part of the media stocker. Where the media is mounted.
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Installing the Accuload System
The Accuload system consists of two media brackets, two stock rollers and one media alignment
bar.
Installation procedure
1. Place the media bracket (right) against the inside surface of the plotter’s side box (right).
2. Insert an M4 screw at the second hole from the front side of the plotter.
NOTE: Do not over tighten so that the bracket can rotate easily.
ASSEMBLY TIP: When attaching the bracket on to the cutter, use the foam shipping cover
to protect the cutter.
CAUTION:
Do not lay the cutter on it’s back side, it may damage the Media Set Lever.
3. Insert an M4 screw at the third hole from the front side of the plotter.
4. Secure the first screw.
5. Secure the second screw.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 with the Media Bracket (left).
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7. Place the media alignment bar in between the tabs of the media brackets that protrude from
the front side from the plotter.
8. Secure the media alignment bar to the tabs at both ends with M4 flat head screws.
9. Install stock rollers into the holes on the rear side of the media brackets.
NOTE: Be sure to tighten all the screws to ensure accurate media loading. The Accuload™
system may not function properly if even one of the screws are loose.
NOTE: Be sure to place the plotter on a work surface that will accept a plotter.
FC4100-75: 42 inches (106cm) wide by 19 inches (48cm) deep.
FC4100-100: 55 inches (140cm) wide by 19 inches (48cm) deep.
FC4100-130: 67 inches (170cm) wide by 19 inches (48cm) deep.
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Connecting the Plotter
Connecting to the Computer
The FC4100 Plotter is equipped with an RS-232 or Serial Interface Cable in the Accessory Kit.
1. Connect the 25 pin connector to the RS232-C connector
on the plotter and tighten the screws. If you are using a
Centronics compatible parallel interface cable connect
the 36 pin connector to the Parallel connector on the
plotter and lock the levers.
2. Connect the 9 pin connector to the connector on the
computer COM port and tighten the screws. If your
computer has a 25 pin connector port, use the 9 pin to
25 pin adapter that is supplied in the accessory kit.
Serial Connector
or Parallel Connector
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Connecting to the Power
The FC4100 Plotter is equipped with a Power Cord in the Accessory Kit.
1. Connect power cord to the plotter.
2. Connect one end of the power cord provided to an
electrical socket of the rated supply voltage then connect
the other end to the plotter’s AC line inlet.
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Power to the Plotter
To turn on the plotter, perform the following steps:
1. Make sure that the plotter is turned off (the “O” side of the POWER switch is
depressed).
2. Connect the plotter to a computer and then configure your software application
to the desired interface conditions (if the RS-232C serial interface is used), command mode
and programmable resolution.
3. Connect one end of the power cord provided to an electrical socket of the rated supply voltage
then connect the other end to the plotter’s AC line inlet. The plotter’s power supply accepts
multi-voltage (100VAC to 240VAC) without changing switches.
4. Turn on the computer.
5. Turn on the plotter (the “l” side of the POWER switch is depressed).
Cutters and Holders ♦ C2 - 1
Chapter 2
Cutters and Holders
This chapter describes the different cutters and their uses.
Blade part no.
and type
CB09UA
(supersteel)
Diameter
and blade
offset value
φ 0.9 mm
0.45
CB15U
(supersteel)
Plunger part
no.
Applications and features
PHP32-CB09N
or
PHP32-CB09
Standard blade for cutting color
adhesive media. Suitable for cutting
media up to 0.25 mm thick.
Maximum cutting distance of
approximately 4000 m.
φ 1.5 mm
0.75
PHP32-CB15N
or
PHP32-CB15
For cutting media which is too thick for
the CB09UA blade to handle.
Suitable for cutting media from 0.25 mm
to 0.5 mm thick.
CB15U-K30
(supersteel)
φ 1.5 mm
0.75
PHP32-CB15N
or
PHP32-CB15
For cutting sandblast rubber. The
sharply angled point provides a longer
cutting edge. Suitable for cutting
material from 0.05 mm to 1.5 mm thick.
CB15-10C
(ceramic)
φ 1.5 mm
0.50
PHP31-CB15
This is the hardest blade, but may chip
or shatter if dropped or subjected to
impact. Suitable for cutting material up
to 0.05 mm thick.
CB15-05S
(sapphire)
φ 1.5 mm
0.25
PHP31-CB15
For cutting masking media.
Suitable for cutting material up to 0.05
mm thick.
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Cutter Pen Nomenclature
WARNING: To avoid injury, handle cutter blades carefully.
PHP32-CB09N Cutter Pen
(For cutter blades of 0.9 mm diameter)
PHP32-CB15N Cutter Pen
(For supersteel cutter blades of 1.5 mm diameter)
PHP31-CB15 Cutter Pen
(For ceramic and sapphire cutter blades of 1.5 mm diameter)
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PHP32-CB09 Cutter Pen
(For cutter blades of 0.9 mm diameter)
PHP32-CB15 Cutter Pen
(For supersteel cutter blades of 1.5 mm diameter)
Cutters and Holders ♦ C2 - 4
Replacing the Cutter Blade
WARNING: Will cause injury to the Operator.
Various types of plungers are available which correspond to the diameter and type of the blade
used. Check the cutter blade you are going to use and its appropriate cutter offset value against
the table below.
Cutter pen
Color
classification
Compatible
blade
types
Blade
material
Cutter
offset
values
PHP32-CB09
PHP32-CB15
Blue
Red
PNP31-CB15
Red
CB09UA
CB15U
CB15U-K30
CB15-10C
CB15-05S
Supersteel
Supersteel
Supersteel
Ceramic
Sapphire
18 ± 2
28 ± 2
28 ± 2
18 ± 2
9±2
Replacing Supersteel Blades in the PHP32-CB09(N) & PHP-CB15(N)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Turn the plunger cap counterclockwise.
Remove the plunger cap.
Remove the blade and spring from the plunger cap.
Stand the cap upright.
Insert the new blade and spring into the hole.
Reattach cap to the plunger.
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Replacing Ceramic & Sapphire Blades in the PHP31-CB15
1. Turn the blade length adjustment knob
counterclockwise.
2. Remove the holder (B).
3. Remove the blade from the holder (A).
4. Point the tip of holder (A) downward.
5. Insert new blade.
6. Make sure blade is inserted straight. Gently tap
the plunger to correct angled blades.
7. Point the tip of holder (A) downward.
8. Attach the holder cap.
9. Turn the blade length adjustment knob
clockwise until the blade tip is visible.
TIP:
TIP:
If the blade does not rotate smoothly or the blade falls off after attaching the cutter pen
to the pen carriage, the inside of the holder is insufficiently lubricated. Apply grease
provided to the three (3) points indicated by arrows in the figure above.
The blades can also be replaced from the front of the plunger.
1. Turn the blade adjustment knob fully clockwise.
2. Remove the blade from the front of the plunger.
3. Replace the blade.
4. Turn the blade adjustment knob counterclockwise.
NOTE: To view video to replacing blade.
For PC:
Open the Manual CD.
Double click on the Blade.avi file to start viewing the video or run Media Player,
then open Blade.avi file.
For Macintosh:
Open the Manual CD.
Double click on the Blade.mov file to start viewing the video.
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Blade Length
CAUTION:
Make sure to correctly adjust the blade length. If the blade length is too long for
the thickness of the media being used, you may cut through the cutting mat and
damage your plotter.
Adjusting the Blade Length
1. Retract the blade by turning the blade adjustment knob in a
counterclockwise direction (B direction) until the blade tip is
aligned with the tip of the cutter pen, then extend the blade by
turning the blade adjust knob in a clockwise direction (A
direction) until the blade tip reaches a suitable length.
2. Observe the scale on the plunger cap to determine how far to
move the blade. When the knob is turned the distance of one
scale unit, the blade moves 0.1 mm. One full turn moves the
blade 0.5 mm.
Obtaining the Correct Blade Length
The blade length should never be greater than the combined thickness of the media and its
backing sheet.
If the media thickness cannot be accurately
determined, adjust the blade length gradually
until only traces of the blade appear on the
backing sheet when a cutting test is executed.
For more information about the cutting test, see “Running a Cutting Test.”
Preparing to Cut ♦ C3 - 1
Chapter 3
Preparing to Cut
This chapter describes how to use the control panel, load the media, select and install the
appropriate cutting tools, and to achieve the best cutting results.
Control Panel
Indicator Lamps
The POWER lamp remains lit (green) while the plotter is on.
The PROCESSING INDICATOR lamp lights green when the cutting data goes beyond
the effective cutting area.
Select Keys
Soft keys are keys whose function changes as each menu changes. Depending on the menu
being displayed, these keys are used to:
n Load a group of cutting conditions retained in the plotter’s memory;
n Select the desired submenu
n Select the desired parameters
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Position Keys
All four keys are used to move the pen carriage when setting a function that requires the
specification of a coordinate position. The moving speed of the pen carriage can be controlled in
two levels by changing pressure applied to the position keys.
n
n
n
n
Used to raise the displayed numeric setting of a function.
Used to select the numeric setting of a function.
Used to select the pen type when setting a group of cutting conditions.
Used to shift the cursor when setting a numeric value for a function.
Menu Keys
Press MENU CONTROL to get into MENU mode to set functions at the control panels
(its green lamp lights). Press MENU CONTROL again to cancel menu mode.
The plotter continues to store data from the computer in the plotter’s receive buffer
although the cutting or plotting operation is temporarily suspended.
Press ENTER after setting a function at the control panel to register your setting. The
cutting area can also be displayed by pressing ENTER key in ready status.
To reset the plotter, press ENTER and ORIGIN together in the MENU mode.
Press ORIGIN to move the origin point. See the section ORIGIN in Chapter 4
Advanced Functions and Settings for details.
Press COPY to repeat the cutting operation defined by the data in the plotter’s receive
buffer. See the section COPY in Chapter 4 Advanced Functions and Settings for
details.
Press CONDITION to set the four groups of cutting conditions retained in the plotter’s
internal memory. See the section Setting Conditions for details in this chapter.
CAUTION:
Excessive SPEED and QUALITY parameters in CONDITION mode may trigger
the position alarm to reset the system or system overload. An overloaded
system triggers the product’s circuit protection.
Should the system overload, causing the power to shut down, turn off the power
switch and unplug the power cord. After 5 to 10 minutes, connect the power
and turn on the system. For more information, see Chapter 6 Test Modes and
Troubleshooting.
Press TEST to run a cutting test to check whether the currently selected cutting
conditions are compatible with the media loaded. See Running Cutter Tests for
details in this chapter.
Press NEXT to scroll through the functions in the control panel or to return to the
previous menu with no registration of the setting.
Press HOLD to suspend the cutting or plotting temporarily. While the cutter is
suspended, the media set lever can be lowered to reset the media if necessary. The
plotter is then not initialized, and is ready to continue or quit the suspended job.
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Press AXIS ALIGN to get into the axis alignment adjustment mode. See the section
Axis Alignment in Chapter 4 Advanced Functions and Settings for details.
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Selecting a Function Menu
When the plotter is in MENU mode (the MENU lamp is lit), each of the functions listed below in
the “Function Selection” column can be accessed by pressing the NEXT key until the desired
menu appears and then pressing the select key indicated by a box.
Menu
NEXT
Function Selection
NEXT
PEN UP/DOWN
BUFFER CLEAR
FEED
NEXT
INTERFACE
STEP SIZE (GP-GL only)
RS-232C
COMMAND
AREA PARAMETERS
ORIGIN (GP-GL only)
AREA
EXPAND
PAGE LENGTH
FUNCTION 1
ROTATE
MIRROR
SCALE
FUNCTION 2
DATA SORTING
AXIS ALIGNMENT
AUTO PRE FEED
TANGENT EMULATION
OPTION 1
PEN UP SPEED
OFFSET ANGLE
OFFSET FORCE
STEP PASS
OPTION 2
DISTANCE ADJUST
TEST
NEXT
Submenus
Initial Menu
When the paper set lever is lowered, the initial menu appears on the LCD.
Menu
INITIAL
MENU
Function Selection
F4 Key
AUTO PRE FEED
INITIAL FEED SPEED
INTERFACE
Submenus
→
→
STEP SIZE
RS-232C
COMMAND
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Setting the Multilanguage Display
Your plotter’s display can be set to one of 12 different languages. To select the language:
Turn the power on while pressing the DOWN ARROW key and the Menu selection
display then appears.
Press the UP and DOWN ARROW keys to scroll through the languages (Danish,
Dutch, English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian,
Portuguese, Spanish and Swedish)
Press ENTER key to select the language and then turn the power off, then on.
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Turn on the Plotter
n Check to make sure that the pen carriage is not located near the pinch rollers so that it does
not interfere with the pinch roller settings.
n After checking that both ends of the plotter’s power cord are securely connected, turn on the
plotter by pressing the “|” side of the POWER switch.
n The control panel’s POWER lamp (green) lights and the
plotter initializes and the main menu is displayed. This
screen displays the firmware’s version number and selected
command set. The screen displays either GL or HL. The GL
shows that the GP-GL Command set is selected and the HL
shows that the HP-GL command set is selected.
If you have already loaded media, the media type menu appears.
V 1.12 GL
Buffer RAM Checking
ROLL-1>
ROLL-2>
SHEET>
CONTINUE>
NOTE: CONTINUE does not appear in the media type menu during the first initialization after
turning the power on. All the menus in this section include CONTINUE assuming that it
is the one in the second or a later initialization.
If no media is loaded, you are prompted to do so.
Press the F4 key to change parameters such as
initial feed speed or interface settings.
LOAD MEDIA!
INITIAL MENU>
NOTE: If you are using media that tends to skew while cutting, the initial feed speed setting
should be set to SLOW.
Media type menu appears as soon as the media set lever is
raised to secure the loaded media.
ROLL-1>
ROLL-2>
SHEET>
CONTINUE>
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Loading Media
This section describes the steps for loading media in the plotter. Note that the media can be
loaded either before or after turning on the plotter.
CAUTION:
Be sure to move the pen carriage slowly. Moving the pen carriage quickly may
damage the plotter.
NOTE: If necessary, slowly move the pen carriage out of the way while the power is off. After
the first initialization, use the arrow keys to move the pen carriage.
Sheet Media
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging the cutting mat, make sure to set the media type to SHEET
when using sheet media. Whenever possible, use sheet media of rectangular
shape.
1. Load the Media
a) Lower the media set lever to raise the pinch rollers.
b) Load the media in the plotter. Use the yellow markings to locate the grit rollers. Place
the media so that its edges align with the grit rollers.
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c) Wrap media behind and around the media alignment shaft. While keeping tension on
the vinyl, adjust the vinyl edges so that both edges match accurately.
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2. Adjust the pinch roller positions
n Position the left and right pinch
rollers to correspond with the width
of the media.
n When moving the media to the left
or right be sure to move the pinch
rollers as required to hold down the
media within the appropriate range.
n Be sure to position the pinch rollers
so that they are not located right at
the edges of the media or grit
rollers.
n The FC4100-100 and FC4100-130
plotters have a middle pinch roller
that should be positioned in the
center of the media.
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CAUTION:
The position of the Middle Pinch Roller on the FC4100-100 and FC4100-130
Cutting Plotters effects the cutters performance.
n If the middle pinch roller is not positioned in the center range of the media AND located over
the grit roller, the media will not feed evenly.
Good Pinch Roller Position
CAUTION:
Poor Pinch Roller Position
When cutting narrow media that is 10 inches or smaller, the position of the Left
and Middle Pinch Rollers will effect the performance of the FC4100-100 and
FC4100-130 Cutting Plotters.
n Lower the media set lever to raise the pinch rollers.
n Move the left pinch roller next to the middle pinch
n
n
n
n
rollers.
Move both the left and middle pinch rollers together
until they reach the right stop.
Load the media so that the left side of the narrow
media under the left pinch roller.
Adjust right pinch roller over the right side of the
media.
Raise the media set lever to lower the pinch rollers.
Good Pinch Roller Position
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3. Then lower the pinch rollers (raise the lever) and pull
the vinyl out from the alignment bar.
4. Turn on the Power if it is off.
5. Plotter performs the initialization routine.
6. Loading of the media is complete
V 1.12 GL
Buffer RAM checking
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Roll Media
1. Load the Media
a) Place the roll of media on the media stocker. Use the yellow markings to locate the grit
rollers. Place the media so that its edges align with the grit rollers.
b) Lower the media set lever to raise the pinch rollers.
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c) Load the media in the plotter as shown.
d) Wrap media behind and around the media alignment shaft. While keeping tension on the
vinyl, adjust the edges of the vinyl so that both edges match accurately.
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2. Adjust the pinch roller positions
n Position the left and right pinch
rollers to correspond with the width
of the media.
n When moving the media to the left
or right be sure to move the roll as
required to ensure that no slack
develops in the media.
n When moving the media to the left
or right be sure to move the pinch
rollers as required to hold down the
media within the appropriate range.
n Be sure to position the pinch rollers
so that they are not located right at
the edges of the media or grit
rollers.
n The FC4100-100 and FC4100-130
plotters have a middle pinch roller
that should be positioned in the
center of the media.
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CAUTION:
The position of the Middle Pinch Roller on the FC4100-100 and FC4100-130
Cutting Plotters effects the cutters performance.
n If the middle pinch roller is not positioned in the center range of the media AND located over
the grit roller, the media will not feed evenly.
Good Pinch Roller Position
CAUTION:
Poor Pinch Roller Position
When cutting narrow media that is 10 inches or smaller, the position of the Left
and Middle Pinch Rollers will effect the performance of the FC4100-100 and
FC4100-130 Cutting Plotters.
n Lower the media set lever to raise the pinch rollers.
n Move the left pinch roller next to the middle pinch
n
n
n
n
rollers.
Move both the left and middle pinch rollers together
until they reach the right stop.
Load the media so that the left side of the narrow
media under the left pinch roller.
Adjust right pinch roller over the right side of the
media.
Raise the media set lever to lower the pinch rollers.
Good Pinch Roller Position
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3. Then lower the pinch rollers (raise the lever) and pull
the vinyl out from the alignment bar.
4. Re-adjust the position of the roll as necessary to remove slack between the roll and pinch
rollers.
NOTE:
The length of the media at the front of the plotter should be sufficient to completely
cover the paper sensor. If the front edge extends too far when you have pulled the
media taut, wind the media back onto the roll.
NOTE:
To view video to loading media.
For PC:
Open the Manual CD.
Double click on the Load.avi file to start viewing the video or run Media Player, then
open Load.avi file.
For Macintosh:
Open the Manual CD.
Double click on the Load.mov file to start viewing the video.
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5. Hold the Media down
n Check there is no slack in the media between the roll and the front edge, reposition the
media roll if necessary.
n Turn the roll of media so that you can pull out the amount you require for your cutting
operation. (You can also use the plotter’s feed function to feed out the specified amount
of media).
n Before your start a long-length cutting operations, hand feed out the length that will be
required for the cutting operation. Let the media sit for 30 minutes to be acclimated to the
environment before starting the cutting operation. Next use the plotter’s feed function to
feed out the specified amount of media needed for your cutting operation.
6. Turn on the Power if it is off.
7. Plotter performs the initialization routine.
8. Loading of the media is complete.
V 1.12 GL
Buffer RAM checking
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Select the Media Type
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging the cutting mat, make sure to set the media type to SHEET
when using sheet media. Whenever as possible, use sheet media of
rectangular shape.
If you have already loaded media, the media type menu appears.
Select the media type.
ROLL-1>
ROLL-2>
SHEET>
CONTINUE>
ROLL–1
Detects the leading edge of the roll media. The coordinate origin is initialized with respect to the
media’s leading edge.
Press F1 key to select ROLL-1
ROLL-1>
ROLL-2>
SHEET>
CONTINUE>
The initialization routine is executed to determine the paper size
and origin point.
Then CUT AREA shows the effective cut area that is determined
by the position of the pinch roller and the page length setting.
CUT AREA
X= 2000mm
Y=
730mm
ROLL–2
The leading edge of the roll media is not detected and the coordinate origin is initialized with
respect to the cutting mat.
Press F2 key to select ROLL-2
ROLL-1>
ROLL-2>
SHEET>
CONTINUE>
The initialization routine is executed to determine the paper size
and origin point.
Then CUT AREA shows the effective cut area that is determined
by the position of the pinch roller and the page length setting.
CUT AREA
X= 2000mm
NOTE:
Y=
730mm
After initializing the plotter by choosing ROLL-1 or ROLL-2, use the FEED function to
pre-feed the length of media needed for the job. This embosses the grit roller pattern
onto the media to help prevent media skewing or excessive system torque which
triggers the position alarm. The position alarm resets the system or if the system is
overloaded, it triggers the product’s circuit protection causing power to shut down.
Should the system overload, causing the power to shut down, turn off the power
switch and unplug the power cord. After 5 to 10 minutes, connect the power and turn
on the system. For more information, see Chapter 6 Test Modes and
Troubleshooting.
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SHEET
Detects both the leading and trailing edges
Press F3 key to select SHEET
ROLL-1>
ROLL-2>
SHEET>
CONTINUE>
The initialization routine is executed to determine the paper size
and origin point.
CUT AREA shows the effective cut area that is determined by
the position of the pinch roller position and the page length
setting.
CUT AREA
X=
830mm
Y=
730mm
CONTINUE
This function is useful and will save time if you intend to cut a large quantity of the same size
media. This selection is available from the second initialization after turning power on. Therefore
CONTINUE in the media selection menu does not appear on the first initialization after turning
power on. Plotter assumes that the media is the same size as the last one that was loaded on the
plotter and does not detect the media’s edges. To use the CONTINUE effectively, set the media
so that the current pen carriage position can be located at the same place as it was on the last
media.
Press F4 key to select CONTINUE
No sensing operations are performed
ROLL-1>
ROLL-2>
SHEET>
CONTINUE>
Set the various functions of the plotter as desired.
NOTE: Make sure to set the cutting conditions to suit the cutter blade and media being used.
For details see Setting Conditions.
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Initializing Routine
ROLL-1
1. During initialization, the pen carriage moves right until it detects the mechanical home
position.
2. The pen carriage then moves left until it detects the left hand side of the media edge.
3. It then returns to the right edge of the media.
4. The media is fed backwards until the media’s leading edge is detected.
ROLL-2
1. During initialization, the pen carriage moves
right until it detects the mechanical home
position.
2. The pen carriage then moves left until it detects
the left hand side of the media edge.
3. It then returns to the right edge of the media.
SHEET
1. During initialization, the pen carriage moves
right until it detects the mechanical home
position.
2. The pen carriage then moves left until it detects
the left hand side of the media edge.
3. It then returns to the right edge of the media.
4. The media is fed backwards until the media’s
leading edge is detected.
5. The media is then fed forward until the media’s
trailing edge is found.
6. The media is fed backwards until the pen
carriage locates the lower left position of the
cutting area.
CONTINUE
Does not perform initialization, begins plotting from the pen carriage’s current position.
Set the various functions of the plotter as desired.
NOTE: Make sure to set the cutting conditions to suit the cutter blade and media being used.
For details see Setting Conditions.
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Setting Conditions
This function lets you register four different groups of conditions in the plotter’s memory. These
conditions greatly affect the finished quality of the cutting operation. The desired group can be
quickly loaded by simply pressing the corresponding select key 1 through 4 at the control panel.
Each group consists of four parameters as described below:
Cutting Force (Pen Pressure): Sets the force to be applied by the cutter blade during
cutting, the hole punching force during pouncing, and the plotter pen pressure during
plotting.
Speed: Sets the traveling speed of the lowered pen.
Quality: Sets the acceleration rate of the pen during cutting or plotting.
Cutter Offset: Sets the cutter blade control factor that greatly affects the shape of
corners. This parameter consists of two parameters such as the tool type and the offset
value. Select the tool you wish to use first, then set the value.
NOTE: The selected conditions greatly affect the finished quality of cutting operations.
NOTE: Raising the SPEED and QUALITY values result in lower precision but reduced overall
cutting time. This is useful when making test runs.
NOTE: Lowering the SPEED and QUALITY values result in high precision but increased
overall cutting time.
Select the Tool from the Menu
Press the function key [F1] through [F4] corresponding to the
number of the group whose registered tool you wish to change.
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Press the CONDITION key to select the tool.
Press the F4 key to select the tool you wish to use. A
blinking cursor appears next to your choice.
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Press the RIGHT or LEFT ARROW key to scroll
through the tool selection
You can select one of the following tools:
n Select one of the following cutter blades: CB09Ux, CB15-10Ux, CB15Ux, CB15UK30x, CB15-10Cx, CB15-05Sx.
n Select OTHER when above preset values and their deviation ranges cannot
cover the range needed for satisfactory results.
n Select PEN to use a plotter pen.
n Select POUNCE to use the pouncing pen.
n Select LIGHT POINT to use the light pointer to check the cutter pass.
NOTE: These tool names are actually the names of preset offset values, and each value can
be changed within a range from -5 to +5.
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NOTE: The suffix “x” represents any cutter suffix within the family. For example, select
CB09Ux when using a CB09UA cutter.
NOTE: When you select POUNCE, the cutter offset refers to the spacing between the holes.
Press the ENTER key to select the tool.
TANGENTIAL mode
Besides cutter blade selection noted above, you can select the tangential emulation mode to
cover more selection of media. For details see Tangential Emulation in Chapter 4 Advanced
Functions and Settings.
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Cutter Conditions
To change the setting of a group of conditions, press the function key [F1] through [F4]
corresponding to the number of the group you wish to change. For example, press the F2 key to
select CONDITION 2.
Press the CONDITION key to get into the condition menu.
Press the NEXT key to cancel the condition where you are currently set and return to
the main menu.
NOTE: If the Tangential emulation mode is enabled for the condition number that you are
currently working on, the overcut menu appears as soon as the ENTER key is pressed.
Change the values, if necessary. For details see Tangential Emulation.
To Change the Cutter Force
Press the F1 key to change FORCE. The blinking
cursor indicates that you can change its setting.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower
the numeric value from 1 to 35.
SET
CONDITION 2
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Press the F2 key to change SPEED.
Press the F3 key to change QUALITY.
Press the F4 key to change OFFSET.
Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
To Change the Cutter Speed
Press the F2 key to change SPEED. The blinking
cursor indicates that you can change its setting.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower
the numeric value from 1 to 90 and +. [1 to 10, 15, 20,
25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 70, 80, 90, +.]
The “+” is 126cm/sec speed.
SET
CONDITION 2
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NOTE: The “+” selection is available with firmware version 1.13 or later.
Press the F1 key to change FORCE.
Press the F3 key to change QUALITY.
Press the F4 key to change OFFSET.
Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
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To Change the Cutter Quality
Press the F3 key to change QUALITY. The blinking
cursor indicates that you can change its setting.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower
the numeric value from 1 to 8. The smaller the value,
the higher the quality.
SET
CONDITION 2
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Press the F1 key to change FORCE.
Press the F2 key to change SPEED.
Press the F4 key to change OFFSET.
Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
To Change the Cutter Offset
Press the F4 key to change OFFSET. The blinking
cursor indicates that you can change its setting.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower
the numeric value from –5 to +5. For more
information, see Running Cutting Test.
SET
CONDITION 2
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Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
Fine Adjustment
1. Set the blade type to OTHER to permit fine adjustment of the CUTTER OFFSET value.
2. While referring to the figures above, gradually adjust the cutter offset value while checking the
results by running a cut test.
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Running Cutting Test
The TEST function allows you to check the suitability of your condition settings. If the test results
are not satisfactory, adjust the settings as described in Cutter Conditions.
WARNING:
The cutter pen starts moving as soon as a cutting test is selected. To avoid
injury to yourself and damage to the plotter, load the media before pressing the
[TEST] key and then keep your hands, face and other obstacles out of the
vicinity of the cutting mat and media.
To achieve the best cut quality, and to increase the blade’s life, the cutter condition setting is very
important. Since the cutter condition depends on the media type and thickness, perform a cut test
to check your settings and fine-tune the cut quality BEFORE starting your new cutting job.
Follow these steps to achieve good cutter condition settings:
1. Cut the test pattern (Test 1, Test 2, Cutting Pro) in three locations: the far right side,
the center and the far left side of the media.
2. Check the shape of the pattern.
3. Change the condition parameters if needed.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until the test results are satisfactory.
The following illustrations show test pattern results.
1. Peel the outside triangle off first to view the shape of the
corners. The corner’s shape represents the cutter offset
setting.
If the corners are rounded, the cutter offset value should be
decreased, but if the corners are too sharp, the cutter offset
value should be increased.
2. Next peel the triangle off the liner to view the depth of the cutter
trail. The depth of the cutter trail represents the blade length.
The best setting creates a light scratch on the liner.
If it is too light and the trail breaks in places, increase the blade
length, but if it so heavy that it cuts the liner, the blade should
be shortened.
3. Change the parameters as needed.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until the test results are satisfactory.
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Test 1
Use this TEST 1 pattern to test your condition settings.
With the media loaded in the plotter and the READY or PAUSE
mode displayed on the menu,
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Press the TEST key on the Control Panel. You will
see the following test menu.
TEST 1>
TEST 2>
CUTTING PRO>
Press the F2 key to select TEST 1.
The plotter immediately cuts one (1) triangle from the current pen position.
n Adjust the cutting conditions and re-run the cutting test.
n Repeat this process until you achieve the desired results.
Press the ENTER key to return to the READY mode
when the results are satisfactory.
Test 2
If you feel you have almost achieved the best condition, use the TEST 2 pattern. This test cuts
three triangle patterns in 3 different cutting forces. The center triangle is cut using the force you
selected. The left triangle is cut using a force that is one step lower than your selection. The right
triangle is cut using a force that is one step higher than your selection. This allows you to confirm
that your force selection is the best.
With the media loaded in the plotter and the READY or PAUSE
mode displayed on the menu,
CONDITION 2
READY
Press the TEST key on the Control Panel. You will
see the following test menu.
Press the F3 key to select TEST 2.
The plotter immediately cuts three (3) triangles from the current pen position.
n Adjust the cutting conditions and re-run the cutting test.
n Repeat this process until you achieve the desired results.
Press the ENTER key to return to the READY mode
when the results are satisfactory.
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TEST 1>
TEST 2>
CUTTING PRO>
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Cutting Pro
Use the CUTTING PRO Test pattern to check your cutting quality with an actual cut pattern
without having to access your application software.
With the media loaded in the plotter and the READY or PAUSE
mode displayed on the menu,
Press the TEST key on the Control Panel. You will
see the following test menu.
CONDITION 2
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CB09Ux 0
TEST 1>
TEST 2>
CUTTING PRO>
Press the F4 key to select CUTTING PRO.
Press the F3 key to select YES and start.
Press the F4 key to select NO and cancel.
n Adjust the cutting conditions and re-run the cutting test.
n Repeat this process until you achieve the desired results.
Press the ENTER key to return to the READY mode
when the results are satisfactory.
PATTERN CUTTING PRO
OK ?
YES>
NO>
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Plotter Pen Conditions
To change the setting of a group of conditions, press the function key [F1] through [F4]
corresponding to the number of the group you wish to change. For example, press the F1 key to
select CONDITION 1.
Pen Reference Values
The table below gives the recommended settings for each pen condition.
Pen type
Water-based fibertip pen
Oil-based fibertip pen
Water-based ballpoint pen
Ceramic pen
Ink pen
FORCE
10 to 12
10 to 12
15 to 18
7 to 8
4 to 7
SPEED
30
20
60
20
10
QUALITY
4
2
4
2
2
NOTE: The condition settings will vary according to the type of paper used. To prolong the life
of your pen keep the FORCE setting as low as possible. Set the SPEED according to
the type of output quality required.
Press the CONDITION key to get into the condition
menu.
SET
CONDITION 1
PEN
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NOTE: Press the NEXT key to cancel the condition that you are currently setting and return to
the main menu.
To Change the Pen Force
Press the F1 key to change FORCE. A blinking cursor
indicates that you can change its setting.
SET
CONDITION 1
PEN
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower
the numeric value from 1 to 35.
Press the F2 key to change SPEED.
Press the F3 key to change QUALITY.
Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
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To Change the Pen Speed
Press the F2 key to change SPEED. A blinking cursor
indicates that you can change its setting.
SET
CONDITION 1
PEN
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Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower
the numeric value from 1 to 90 and +. [1 to 10, 15, 20,
25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 70, 80, 90, +.]
The “+” is 126cm/sec speed.
NOTE: The “+” selection is available with firmware version 1.13 or later.
Press the F1 key to change FORCE.
Press the F3 key to change QUALITY.
Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
To Change the Pen Quality
Press the F3 key to change QUALITY. A blinking
cursor indicates that you can change its setting.
SET
CONDITION 1
PEN
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower
the numeric value from 1 to 8. The smaller the value,
the higher the quality.
Press the F1 key to change FORCE.
Press the F2 key to change SPEED.
Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
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Pounce Conditions
To change the setting of a group of conditions, press the function key [F1] to [F4] corresponding
to the number of the group you wish to change. For example, press the F3 key to select
CONDITION 3.
Press the CONDITION key to get into the condition menu.
Press the NEXT key to cancel the condition where you are currently set and return to the main
menu.
To Change the Pounce Force
Press the F1 key to change FORCE. The blinking
cursor indicates that you can change its setting.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower
the numeric value from 1 to 35.
SET
CONDITION 3
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Press the F3 key to change QUALITY.
Press the F4 key to change OFFSET.
Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
To Change the Pounce Speed
Press the F2 key to change SPEED. The blinking
cursor indicates that you can change its setting.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower
the numeric value from 1 to 90 and +. [1 to 10, 15, 20,
25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 70, 80, 90, +.]
The “+” is 126cm/sec speed.
SET
CONDITION 3
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NOTE: The “+” selection is available with firmware version 1.13 or later.
Press the F1 key to change FORCE.
Press the F3 key to change QUALITY.
Press the F4 key to change OFFSET.
Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
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To Change the Pounce Quality
Press the F3 key to change QUALITY. The blinking
cursor indicates that you can change its setting.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower
the numeric value from 1 to 8. The smaller the value,
the higher the quality.
SET
CONDITION 3
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Press the F1 key to change FORCE.
Press the F2 key to change SPEED.
Press the F4 key to change OFFSET.
Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
To Change the Pounce Offset
Press the F4 key to change OFFSET. The blinking
cursor indicates that you can change its setting.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower
the numeric value from 1 to 99.
SET
CONDITION 3
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Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
NOTE: For the Pounce Condition, the Cutter Offset refers to the spacing between holes in mm
units.
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Light Pointer Conditions
The light pointer, which is embedded in the pen carriage, provides a means of pointing at certain
positions on the media which are needed for performing such functions as AXIS ALIGNMENT and
AREA. The light pointer is automatically activated when it is needed.
Since the light pointer has an offset from the pen, it moves to the position where the pen is
currently located as soon as it is activated so that the position of the light point represents the
position of the pen.
This light pointer can also be used to check the cutter path before cutting the contour of preprinted images of such labels and stickers.
How to Point the Target
The light point is projected on the media as a small red circle. It allows you to see the position of
the light point easily even though it is being placed on a large target. The target, usually printed on
the media as cross lines, should be placed so that it is at the center of the circle as shown below.
Good positioning
Bad positioning
Checking the Cutter Path
Use the light pointer to verify the contour cut before actually cutting the job by selecting the light
pointer as the tool and reducing the pen speed as low as possible so that you can see its path on
the media.
Send the cut data to the plotter. The plotter runs the job with the LIGHT POINTER turning on and
off to represent the PEN UP/DOWN status. The LIGHT POINTER is off to show when the PEN is
UP. The LIGHT POINTER is on to show when the PEN is DOWN.
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Changing Feed Speed
This function allows you to change the media feed speed from SLOW to NORMAL. In the case of
selecting ROLL-1 and SHEET on the media type menu, the plotter uses SLOW to ensure the
accuracy of the leading and trailing edges of the media. After the initialization, the feed speed can
increase once the grit rollers and the pinch rollers secure the media. Always select SLOW for
heavy media or media with a slippery surface otherwise select NORMAL to shorten the
initialization time. Remember that the media will back up at the PEN UP SPEED when NORMAL
is selected. For details see FEED – Advancing Media.
When the media set lever is lowered, the following menu appears on the display.
Press the F4 key.
LOAD MEDIA!
INITIAL MENU>
Press the F3 key to select INITIAL FEED SPEED.
AUTO PRE FEED>
INITIAL FEED SPEED>
INTERFACE>
Press the F3 key to select NORMAL.
Press the F4 key to select SLOW.
INITIAL FEED SPEED
NORMAL\
\
SLOW
Press the ENTER key to return to the previous menu.
Press the NEXT key to return to the previous menu.
Press the F4 key to set such parameters as STEP
SIZE, RS232C CONDITIONS AND COMMANDS.
For details see Setting the Interface Conditions.
AUTO PRE FEED>
INITIAL FEED SPEED>
INTERFACE>
Raise the media set lever to engage the media.
The media type menu appears on the display, press key which
corresponds to the type of media that is loaded for
cutting/plotting.
Press the F1 key to select ROLL-1.
Press the F2 key to select ROLL-2.
Press the F3 key to select SHEET.
Press the F4 key to select CONTINUE.
ROLL-1>
ROLL-2>
SHEET>
CONTINUE>
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Withdrawal of the Pen Carriage
This function moves the pen carriage from its current position to a position that is +100 mm away
along both the X and Y axes. This also helps to confirm the job is completed.
While holding down the ENTER key, press the UP ARROW key.
Repeat this process as needed to move the pen carriage away from the cutting/plotting job.
Returning the Pen Carriage to Origin
This function moves the pen carriage from its current position to the origin point.
While holding down the ENTER key and press the DOWN ARROW key.
The pen carriage will return to the origin point.
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Chapter 4
Advanced Functions and Settings
This chapter describes the advanced functions and settings for your cutter. Normally, you can
access these functions through the menu however, some functions have quick keys on the control
panel to provide fast access to these menus.
Control Panel Quick Keys
Origin – to set the cutting origin
Copy – to copy the data in the plotter’s buffer memory
Condition – to set the cutter conditions, see Preparing to Cut
Test – to test the cutter conditions, see Test Modes and Troubleshooting
Axis Alignment -- to align pre-printed material for cutting, see Menu Controls
Menu Controls
Pen UP/DOWN –to raise or lower the pen.
Buffer Clear – to clear the plotter’s receiving buffer.
Feed – to feed the media before cutting when the cutting area is known
Interface
Step Size – For more details, see Setting the Interface Functions
RS-232C – For more details, see Setting the Interface Functions
Command – For more details, see Setting the Interface Functions
Area Parameters
Origin – to set the Origin in HP-GL™ mode.
Area – to specify the effective cutting area of the plotter.
Expand – to expand the cut width instantly
Page Length – to specify the length of individual pages when using roll media
Function 1
Rotate – to rotate the coordinate axes by 90°
Mirror – to cut a reverse image of the original data
Scale – to enlarge or reduce an image
Function 2
Data Sorting – to group the line segments
Axis Alignment – to align pre-printed material for cutting
Auto Pre Feed – to prevent slippage on large media jobs
Tangent Emulation – to enable special blade control under special circumstances
Option 1
Pen Up Speed – to reduce overall cutting time
Offset Angle – to smooth curves on large characters
Offset Force – to control blade angle under special circumstances
Step Pass – to smooth curves on small characters
Option 2
Distance Adjust – to correct the distance distortion under special circumstances
Test – For more details, see Test Modes and Troubleshooting
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ORIGIN - Setting the Cutting Origin
This function allows you to move the origin point of cutting.
Use the UP, DOWN, RIGHT or LEFT ARROW keys to move the cutter to the
desired origin position.
Press the ORIGIN key. The beeper sounds and the LCD displays a message
indicating that the new origin is effective.
Origin Point with ROTATE function
NOTE: The coordinates being displayed represent displacements along the X and Y-axes from
the original origin.
NOTE: If you intend to use the ORIGIN function in combination with the ROTATE or MIRROR
function, be sure to set the ORIGIN function first.
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COPY - Copying the Data in Plotter Buffer Memory
This function allows you to automatically cut duplicates of the data sent from the computer.
The data sent from the computer is always stored automatically in the plotter’s receive buffer while
it is cutting/plotting. Once the data has been stored in the plotter’s receive buffer, it can be
repeatedly cut by using this function.
CAUTION:
While a copy operation is in process, do not send new data to the plotter.
Use the UP, DOWN, RIGHT or LEFT ARROW keys to move the cutter to the
desired starting position for cutting, this is the Copy origin.
Press the COPY key to select the COPY mode.
If the data for copy is available in the receive buffer, the following
menu will appear.
COPY SPACE
1 mm
If the receive buffer is empty the following message will appear.
Return to the previous menu.
You need to re-send the data to the plotter.
NO DATA FOR COPY
If one block of the data sent from the computer has exceeded the
plotter’s receive buffer size (1Mbyte), the following message will
appear. Return to the previous menu.
You need to divide the data into smaller sizes or segments so
that it can fit to the buffer, then re-send.
BUFFER IS FULL
Use the UP or DOWN ARROW key to increase or
decrease the copy space after the COPY SPACE
menu appear.
IN BUFFER !
CANNOT COPY !
COPY SPACE
5 mm
Press the ENTER key to store setting.
If the effective cutting area is smaller than the area required to
cut one copy, the following menu appears.
CANNOT COPY
CUT AREA TOO SMALL
OK>
Press the F4 key to return to the start menu.
If the effective cutting area is available, the following menu
appears.
Use the UP or DOWN ARROW key to increase or
decrease the number of copies.
COPY MODE
NUMBER OF COPIES
[
1]
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The number can be increased up to the maximum number of copies that can be cut out of the
currently loaded media.
You may re-load another larger media to achieve the number the copies you wish to cut. Then
reset the copy function again.
Press the ENTER key, the following menu will appear.
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The plotter starts cutting/plotting as soon as the ENTER key is pressed.
If you wish to continue cutting more copies, reload the media and start over again from pressing
the COPY key.
NOTE: If there is an interval of 10 seconds or greater when the data is sent, the previous data
is cleared.
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Copying Sequence
The following figures illustrate the sequence in which copies are cut, with the shaded areas
representing the parts of the media that are not cut.
The copies are normally
cut in this sequence.
If MIRROR mode is
selected, the copies are
cut in this sequence.
If ROTATE mode is
selected, the copies
are cut in this
sequence.
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PEN UP/DOWN - Raising/Lowering the Pen
The PEN UP/DOWN function allows you to raise or lower the pen from the control panel. When
the light pointer is selected as the tool, this function controls the light pointer’s light. The light
turns on when PEN DOWN is selected. The light turns off when PEN UP is selected.
WARNING:
While using this function, keep your hands out of the vicinity of the pen holder
(especially the pen).
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the F2 key to toggle between PEN UP and PEN
DOWN. The Pen UP/DOWN message does not
change, but the pen will move up or down.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
PEN UP/DOWN>
BUFFER CLEAR>
FEED>
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BUFFER CLEAR - Clearing the Buffer
The BUFFER CLEAR function is used to clear from the plotter’s receive buffer all data that has
been sent from the computer.
WARNING:
Do not execute the BUFFER CLEAR function until the computer has completed
data output. If you clear the buffer while the computer is still sending data to the
plotter, the data received up to the time that MENU mode was selected is
cleared but the computer resumes sending subsequent data which remains in
its buffer. At such time, the pen carriage may suddenly start moving so be sure
to keep your hands, face and other obstacles out of the vicinity of the cutting
mat and media.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the F3 key to select BUFFER CLEAR
PEN UP/DOWN>
BUFFER CLEAR>
FEED>
The NOTE message then prompts you to stop sending data from the computer before clearing
the buffer. If you wish to quit the current job, then cancel the current plotting on the application
software.
Press the F3 key to clear the buffer
Press the F4 key to resume the cutting/plotting job.
If the F3 key is pressed, the following menu appears, then
clearing buffer finishes.
BUFFER CLEAR OK?
CLEAR>
CANCEL>
CLEARING BUFFER!
PLEASE WAIT
BUFFER CLEAR
COMPLETED!
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
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FEED - Advancing the Media
The FEED function is used to prevent the loaded media from slipping by automatically advancing
the media to impress the media with grit roller marks, then returning the media to its original
position.
If you are aware of how long media is going to be used for the next cutting, advance the media
prior to starting cutting by this function. Otherwise enable AUTO PRE FEED FUNCTION.
CAUTION: Do not use the FEED function with media that is shorter than 1 meter. If the FEED
LENGTH setting exceeds the actual length of loaded media, the media will fall out
in front of the plotter. If this happens, shorten the FEED LENGTH.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the F4 key to select FEED.
PEN UP/DOWN>
BUFFER CLEAR>
FEED>
Press the UP and DOWN ARROW keys to get
desired FEED LENGTH.
FEED LENGTH
1 m
Press the ENTER key to register your settings.
The plotter starts feeding as soon as the ENTER key is pressed.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
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ORIGIN - Setting the Origin in HP-GL
 Mode
There are two types of origins; Center and Lower Left. If HP-GL™ uses the Center mode and the
plotter uses the Lower Left Origin point you may lose plot data because it is out of the upper right
quadrant. The ORIGIN mode allows you to alternate between both origin types in HP-GL™ mode.
Center Origin
Lower Left Origin
Designed in with Center
Origin and plotted with a
Lower Left Origin
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F2 key to select AREA PARAMETERS .
Press the F1 key to select ORIGIN. If there is no
ORIGIN in the menu, then the plotter is now in GP-GL
mode. Change the mode, if necessary.
Press the F3 key to select LOWER LEFT.
Press the F4 key to select CENTER.
INTERFACE>
AREA PARAMETERS>
FUNCTION 1>
FUNCTION 2>
ORIGIN>
AREA>
EXPAND>
PAGE LENGTH>
ORIGIN POINT
LOWER LEFT\
CENTER
Press the ENTER key to register your settings.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
NOTE: Your ORIGIN setting is retained in the plotter’s internal memory even while the plotter
is turned off. When the origin has been set to CENTER, the X- and Y- axis coordinate
values shown on the display panel represent the respective distances from the lower
left point of the effective cutting (plotting) range.
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AREA - Setting the Cutting Area
The Upper Right (UR) and Lower Left (LL) functions are used to specify the effective cutting area
of the plotter so that any data specifying coordinate positions outside of the effective cutting area
are disregarded.
WARNING:
As soon as both the LL and UR points are set, the pen carriage moves to the
new origin. To avoid injury, keep your hands, face and other obstacles out of
the vicinity of the cutting mat and media.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F2 key to select AREA PARAMETERS.
INTERFACE>
AREA PARAMETERS>
FUNCTION 1>
FUNCTION 2>
st
Press the F2 key to select AREA. (ORIGIN in the 1
row appears in HP-GP mode only.)
The following menu appears.
Use the POSITION Keys to specify a new LL
position. At such time, the X= and Y=
coordinate values respectively represent the
current pen position as X- and Y-axis
displacements from the original origin.
Press the ENTER key to register the newly specified
LL Position.
Press the F4 key to select the DEFAULT if you wish to
return to the original origin point.
ORIGIN>
AREA>
EXPAND>
PAGE LENGTH>
SET LOWER LEFT
X=
0 mm
Y=
0 mm
DEFAULT>
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Then the following menu appears.
Use the POSITION Keys to specify a new UR
position. At such time, the X= and Y=
coordinate values respectively represent the
current pen position as X- and Y-axis
displacements from the original origin.
SET UPPER RIGHT
X=
0 mm
Y=
0 mm
DEFAULT>
Press the ENTER key to register the newly specified
UR position.
Press the F4 key to select the DEFAULT if you wish to
withdraw the current upper right setting so that the
origin point returns to the original upper right point
which is determined by loaded media size.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
NOTE: When the plotter is initialized, your LL and UR settings are erased, and are initialized to
their default position (the lower left and upper right corners of the maximum effective
cutting area) unless CONTINUE is selected at the media type menu.
NOTE: The LL and UR positions cannot be specified outside of the actual area of the loaded
media
NOTE: The effective cutting area can only be set by specifying the lower left and upper right
points. If the effective cutting area is incorrectly specified (for example, by specifying
the Upper Left or Lower Right point or specifying the same point for both UR and LL
positions), the message below appears for several seconds. In this case, reset the
effective cutting area.
ILLEGAL PLOT AREA
NOTE: When the ROTATE and MIRROR mode is selected or canceled after specifying new
LL and UR positions, your LL and UR settings are initialized to their default positions.
NOTE: The effective cutting area cannot be specified past the origin in the direction of media
feeding.
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When the origin is set as shown in the example, the shaded area represents the effective cutting
area defined by the LL and UR points.
When the ROTATE mode has been selected to rotate the coordinate axes by 90° as shown in the
example, the shaded area represents the effective cutting area defined by the LL and UR points.
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EXPAND - Expanding the Cut Area
EXPAND mode allows you to widen and narrow the cut area. The cut area is automatically
determined by the position of the pinch rollers when the plotter is initialized.
Select EXPAND when cutting a pattern that is almost as wide as the media and you do not mind
having the footprints of the grit rollers on the edges of the pattern. However, this function can be
used to protect the cut pattern from the footprints by narrowing the cut area.
When the parameter of the EXPAND mode is set to zero (default), the limit of cut area is set at
1mm from the inside edge of the pinch roller tracks. The parameter of the EXPAND mode is
ranges from -10 to +10 mm. This parameter represents the allow change of the limit position on
each side of the cutting area.
A positive setting indicates the limit of both sides move toward the outside of the cutting area and
a negative setting indicates the limit of both sides move toward the inside of the cutting area.
For example, setting at +5 gives 10mm wider cutting area than the size of the default cutting area
where a setting at -5 gives a 10mm narrower cutting area than the default size.
CAUTION: In the case of setting the positive figure for the parameter, be sure to load the
media on to the plotter accurately so that the media does not skew during cutting.
The cutter blade may damage the cutting mat if the media skews.
CAUTION: In the case of setting +8 mm or more, be sure to set the Initial Blade Control
Position as “2mm below”. The cutter blade will damage the cutting mat if it is set
“OUTSIDE”. See Initial Blade Control Position in the Background Setting.
NOTE: This function should be set before the cutting/plotting job is started since changing the
setting of this mode causes the plotter’s initialization which in turn clears all the data in
the buffer.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F2 key to select AREA PARAMETERS.
Press the F3 key to select EXPAND. (ORIGIN in the
st
1 row appears in HP-GP mode only.)
INTERFACE>
AREA PARAMETERS>
FUNCTION 1>
FUNCTION 2>
ORIGIN>
AREA>
EXPAND>
PAGE LENGTH>
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Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to select the
value.
Press the F4 key to select DEFAULT (0).
Press the ENTER key to store your setting, the
following menu will appear.
If the F4 key is pressed, return to the previous menu.
Press the F3 key to select CONTINUE.
SET EXPAND LIMIT
0 mm
DEFAULT>
THIS OPERATION
RESETS THE PLOTTER!
CONTINUE>
CANCEL>
Press the F4 key to select CANCEL.
If the CONTINUE is selected, the MEDIA TYPE MENU will
appear. Select the media type you wish to use.
Press the F1 key to select ROLL-1.
ROLL-1>
ROLL-2>
SHEET>
Press the F2 key to select ROLL-2.
Press the F3 key to select SHEET.
If the CANCEL is selected, return to the previous menu .
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
ORIGIN>
AREA>
EXPAND>
PAGE LENGTH>
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Setting a negative expansion
limit
Setting a positive expansion limit
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PAGE LENGTH - Setting the Length of the Page with Roll Media
This function is used to specify the length of individual pages when using roll media.
CAUTION:
For optimum precision, specify the PAGE LENGTH to 2 m or less.
CAUTION:
When PAGE LENGTH is set over 2 m, be especially careful to load the media
properly to prevent the media from coming loose from the rollers during cutting
or plotting.
CAUTION:
When using roll media or roll paper, be sure to pull out the entire amount of
media required for the operation before you begin cutting or plotting unless the
AUTO PRE FEED function is enabled.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F2 key to select AREA PARAMETERS.
INTERFACE>
AREA PARAMETERS>
FUNCTION 1>
FUNCTION 2>
Press the F4 key to select PAGE LENGTH. (ORIGIN
st
in the 1 row appears in HP-GL™ mode only.)
The page length menu appears.
Press the LEFT or RIGHT ARROW key next to
the blinking cursor to the next digit to the left or
right. Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to
increase or decrease the L value.
ORIGIN>
AREA>
EXPAND>
PAGE LENGTH>
PAGE LENGTH
L =
02000 mm
Press the ENTER key to register your settings.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
NOTE: Your PAGE LENGTH setting is retained in the plotter’s internal memory even while the
plotter is turned off. By specifying a long PAGE LENGTH, your plotter can perform
long-axis plotting to produce banners of up to 50 m in length.
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ROTATE - Rotating the Coordinate Axes
This function is used to move the origin and rotate the coordinate axes by 90° as shown in the
figure below.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F3 key to select FUNCTION1.
INTERFACE >
AREA PARAMETERS>
FUNCTION 1>
FUNCTION 2>
Press the F2 key to select ROTATE.
ROTATE>
MIRROR>
SCALE>
Press the F3 key to turn ON the function .
Press the F4 key to turn OFF the function.
ROTATE
ON\
\
OFF
Press the ENTER key to register your settings.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
When the ROTATE mode is selected or canceled, the displacement of the new origin remains
valid in the “a” direction, but is reset to its default position in the “b” direction.
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DATA SORTING - Sorting the cut data
DATA SORTING allows you to shorten the throughput time by minimizing the movements of the
pen carriage and the media by means of sorting receiving data. In cases when the order of cut
data from the application software is not well optimized, this function will increase throughput.
Use this function when the pen carriage and the media move back and forth excessively, and their
movement is not minimized by the application software.
If your application software is able to efficiently manage the order of data, disable this function as
it unnecessarily burdens the plotter’s CPU.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F4 key to select FUNCTION 2.
Press the F1 key to select DATA SORTING.
Press the F3 key to select ENABLE.
Press the F4 key to select DISABLE.
Press the ENTER key to store your setting. If the F4
key is pressed, return to the previous menu.
If ENABLE is selected, the following menu will appear.
Press the F3 key to select CONTINUE.
Press the F4 key to select CANCEL for the data
sorting mode setting.
INTERFACE>
AREA PARAMETERS>
FUNCTION 1>
FUNCTION 2>
DATA SORTING>
AXIS ALIGNMENT>
AUTO PRE FEED>
TANGENT EMULATION>
DATA SORTING
ENABLE\
\
DISABLE
DATA SORTING>
AXIS ALIGNMENT>
AUTO PRE FEED>
TANGENT EMULATION>
THIS OPERATION
RESETS THE PLOTTER!
CONTINUE>
CANCEL>
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If CONTENU is selected, the MEDIA TYPE MENU then appears.
Select the media type you wish to use.
ROLL-1>
ROLL-2>
SHEET>
CINTINUE>
Press the F1 key to select ROLL-1.
Press the F2 key to select ROLL-2.
Press the F3 key to select SHEET.
The following menu appear .
The plotter begins sorting immediately when it receives the cut
data from the PC.
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If CANCEL is selected, return to the previous menu .
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DATA SORTING>
AXIS ALIGNMENT>
AUTO PRE FEED>
TANGENT EMULATION>
Press the MENU key to cancel the menu mode.
NOTE: The plotter begins sorting immediately when it receives the cut data from the PC,
however, the cutting/plotting may experience a delay due to the data sorting process.
While the plotter is data sorting, following key operations become invalid.
Direct keys: COPY, ORIGIN, AXIS ALIGNMENT, CONDITION
F KEYS TO SELECTING CONDITION NUMBER
Menu mode: All the functions except for PEN UP/DOWN,
BUFFER CLEAR and FEED
NOTE: Your data sorting setting is retained in the plotter’s internal memory even while the
plotter is turned off.
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MIRROR – Reversing the Image
To cut a reversed image of the original data, use the mirror mode. When the mirror mode is
enabled, the origin and coordinate axes are changed as shown in the figure below. A mirror
image of the original data is cut.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F3 key to select FUNCTION1.
INTERFACE>
AREA PARAMETERS>
FUNCTION 1>
FUNCTION 2>
Press the F3 key to select MIRROR.
ROTATE>
MIRROR>
SCALE>
Press the F3 key to turn ON the function.
MIRROR
Press the F4 key to turn OFF the function.
ON\
\
OFF
Press the ENTER key to register your settings.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
When the MIRROR mode is selected or canceled, the displacement of the new origin remains
valid in the “a” direction, but is reset to its default position in the “b” direction.
Before MIRROR is selected
After MIRROR is selected
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SCALE – Enlarging and Reducing an Image Size
This function sets the SCALE factor for enlarging or reducing an image to be cut or plotted.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F3 key to select FUNCTION 1.
INTERFACE>
AREA PARAMETERS>
FUNCTION 1>
FUNCTION 2>
Press the F4 key to select SCALE.
ROTATE>
MIRROR>
SCALE>
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW keys to select the
desired SCALE factor within the magnification range
of 1/8, ¼, ½, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.
Press the ENTER key to register your settings.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
SCALE
SCALE FACTOR =
1
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AXIS ALIGNMENT - Axis Alignment Parameter Setting
AXIS ALIGNMENT is a very important function that should be used when you intend to cut preprinted media, such as stickers or decals. When the media is loaded in the plotter, the media
should be loaded at exactly the same angle and position as it was on the printer which printed the
images to ensure that the position of the contour matches the printed images. Since this can not
be done manually, this function allows one to adjust the angle and position of the media on the
plotter electrically as if it is being loaded on the same printer.
The direct key for AXIS ALIGNMENT is located on the operation panel so that you can rapidly
access that function.
Axis Alignment parameters should be configured prior to performing the AXIS ALIGNMENT
function. There are two main parameters: METHOD and TOOL
TOOL: There are two choices for the digitizing tool, LIGHT POINTER and LOUPE.
n LIGHT POINTER: Comes with the plotter’s pen carriage and is the primary axis
alignment tool.
n LOUPE: Is a pen shaped magnifier associated with a cross cursor (optional) referred
to as “Bombsight”. This option must be swapped with the cutter holder.
METHOD: There are two types of axis alignment methods, 2 points and 3 points. Each number
represents the number of points, which will be digitized for the angle adjustment.
n 2 POINTS: This method should be used in cases where the printed media has two
registration marks. This method is also applicable when there is one registration
mark for origin point of the printing, and parallelism between the axis of the printed
image and side edge of the media are guaranteed. For example in the case of the
tractor feed printer, if the axis of printed image is parallel with the axis of media edge
then a 2 points axis alignment can be performed. This is done by pointing at two
different points on the edge of the media. The origin point can be set independently.
n 3 POINTS: This method should be used if the printed media has three registration
marks. If the relative position of each of the three marks is already known, then the
distortion of the printed image can be taken into account. The origin point can be set
independently.
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Selecting the Axis Alignment Tool
When the light pointer is selected and the AXIS ALIGNMENT key is pressed, the pen carriage
and media move into position so that the light pointer is in the same position as the cutter/pen in
READY mode. In this case, the position of the light pointer represents the position of the
cutter/pen in READY mode.
If the loupe or bombsight has been selected, neither the pen carriage nor the media will move
evenly, even though the AXIS ALIGNMENT key has been pressed because the loupe is already in
the same position as the cutter/pen in READY mode. The light pointer does not light. If you are
pointing to a registration mark colored with an illegible color such as red, use the loupe.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F4 key to select FUNCTION 2.
Press the F2 key to select AXIS ALIGNMENT.
Press the F4 key to select TOOL.
INTERFACE>
AREA PARAMETERS>
FUNCTION 1>
FUNCTION 2>
DATA SORTING>
AXIS ALIGNMENT>
AUTO PRE FEED>
TANGENT EMULATION>
AXIS ALIGNMENT
METHOD>
TOOL>
Press the F3 key to select the LIGHT POINTER.
Press the F4 key to select the LOUPE.
AXIS ALIGNMENT TOOL
LIGHT POINT
LOUPE\
\
Press the ENTER key to register your settings.
The following menu appears. If you wish to change another
setting, press the key corresponding to that setting.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
DATA SORTING>
AXIS ALIGNMENT>
AUTO PRE FEED>
TANGENT EMULATION>
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Selecting the Axis Alignment Method
Two Point Method
The two point method requires you to enter “AXIS POINT 1”, “AXIS POINT 2” and the “AXIS
ORIGIN POINT” which are shown at the bottom. The origin point may be located at the same
position as that of point 1. The virtual angle of the X Axis and the position of the origin point can
be adjusted individually.
Three Point Method
The three point method requires you to enter “AXIS POINT 1”, “AXIS POINT 2”, “AXIS POINT 3”
and the “AXIS ORIGIN POINT” which are shown at bottom. The origin point may be located at
the same position as that of point 1. You may adjust the virtual angle of both X and Y axes and
the position of the origin point individually, as with the 2 point method and you may match the
plotter’s distance scale to that of the printed image.
To match the plotter’s distance scale to that of the printed image the distance between point 1 and
2, point 1 and 3 must be known. This function helps when the dimensions of the printed image
change during printing, laminating or storage.
AXIS POINT 1: Registration mark
or any. In both methods, this point
is commonly used as the reference
for X and/or Y axis alignment.
AXIS POINT 2: Registration mark
or any point on the line which goes
through AXIS POINT 1 and along
the X axis of the pre-printed image.
AXIS POINT 3: Registration mark
or any point on the line which goes
through AXIS POINT 1 and along
the Y axis of the pre-printed image.
This is only available when the
Three Point Method is selected.
AXIS ORIGIN POINT: Origin point
of pre-printed image.
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Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F4 key to select FUNCTION 2.
Press the F2 key to select AXIS ALIGNMENT.
Press the F3 key to select METHOD.
INTERFACE>
AREA PARAMETERS>
FUNCTION 1>
FUNCTION 2>
DATA SORTING>
AXIS ALIGNMENT>
AUTO PRE FEED>
TANGENT EMULATION>
AXIS ALIGNMENT
METHOD>
TOOL>
Press the F3 key to select 2 Point Method.
Press the F4 key to select 3 Point Method.
AXIS ALIGNMENT
METHOD
2 POINTS\
\
3 POINTS
Press the ENTER key to register your settings.
The following menu appears. If you wish to change another
setting, press the key corresponding to that setting.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
DATA SORTING>
AXIS ALIGNMENT>
AUTO PRE FEED>
TANGENT EMULATION>
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Axis Alignment Adjustment
When the light pointer is selected and the AXIS ALIGNMENT key is pressed, the pen carriage
and media move into position so that the light pointer is in the same position as the cutter/pen in
READY mode. In this case, the position of the light pointer represents the position of the
cutter/pen in READY mode.
If the loupe or bombsight has been selected, neither the pen carriage nor the media will move
evenly, even though the AXIS ALIGNMENT key has been pressed because the loupe is already in
the same position as the cutter/pen in READY mode. The light pointer does not light. If you are
pointing to a registration mark colored with an illegible color such as red, use the loupe.
Press the ALIGNMENT key to select the Axis
Alignment mode.
Then the Axis Alignment menu appears.
AXIS POINT
Press the POSITION key to move the light
pointer or the loupe to the Axis Point 1.
AXIS POINT
X=
Y=
X=+
Y=+
1
0 mm
0 mm
1
10 mm
8 mm
Press the ENTER key to store the setting.
The following menu appears.
Press the POSITION key to move the light
pointer or the loupe to the Axis Point 2.
AXIS POINT
X=+
Y=+
2
410 mm
9 mm
Press the ENTER key to store the setting.
If select the two point method, the Axis Origin
Point menu appears. If you select the three
point method, the Axis Point 3 menu appears.
Press the POSITION key to move the light
pointer or the loupe to the Axis Point 3.
AXIS POINT
X=+
Y=+
3
9 mm
408 mm
Press the ENTER key to store the setting.
The following menu appears.
If the distance between point 1 and point 2 is
unknown press ENTER key to skip to the next
step.
If the distance between point 1 and point 2 is
known value, use the POSITION key to change
the distance value to that of the printed image
the distance between point 1 and point 2. The
rd
measured distance shown on the 3 row. Set
th
the actual distance on the 4 row.
Press the RIGHT or LEFT ARROW key to
move the cursor.
Press the UP or DOWN key to increase or
decrease the number of distance value.
DISTANCE
POINT 1-2
OK?
00399.6 mm
00400.0 mm
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Press the ENTER key to store the setting.
The following menu appears.
Use the POSITION key to change the distance
value to that of the printed image the distance
between point 1 and point 3.
Press the RIGHT or LEFT ARROW key to
move the cursor.
Press the UP or DOWN key to increase or
decrease the number of distance value.
DISTANCE
POINT 1-3
OK?
00399.6 mm
00400.0 mm
Press the ENTER key to store the setting.
The following menu appears.
The light pointer or the loupe move back to the
Axis Point 1.
If the Axis Point 1 is not the origin point of the
pre-printed image, press the POSITION key to
move the light pointer or the loupe to the
desired origin point for cutting.
If the Axis Point 1 is the origin point of the preprinted image, press the ENTER key.
AXIS ORIGIN POINT
X=
Y=
mm
mm
Then press the ENTER key to store the setting.
The READY menu appears, the plotter is ready to start the
cutting operation.
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AUTO PRE FEED - Advancing the Media Automatically
The auto pre feed function is used to prevent the loaded media from slipping caused by the
impact from pulling the media out from the stock roll during cutting/plotting.
If this function is enabled, the plotter begins feeding as soon as initializing finishes. During
cutting/plotting, the plotter stops its job if the next cut/plot data goes beyond the length that has
been pulled out from the stock roll. Next, feed the media length in accordance with the Feed
Length setting, then resume the cutting/plotting job.
Please note that this function should be set before the cutting/plotting job is started since
changing the setting of this mode leads to the plotter’s initialization, as well as clears all the data
to continue the suspended job in the buffer.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F4 key to select FUNCTION 2 .
Press the F3 key to select AUTO PRE FEED .
Press the F3 key to select ENABLED .
Press the F4 key to select DISABLED.
INTERFACE>
AREA PARAMETERS>
FUNCTION 1>
FUNCTION 2>
DATA SORTING>
AXIS ALIGNMENT>
AUTO PRE FEED>
TANGENT EMULATION>
AUTO PRE FEED
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
Press the ENTER key to store the selecting.
If the F3 key is pressed, the following menu appear.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW to increase or
shorten FEED LENGTH. The menu will cycle through
the available lengths in sequence.
The FEED LENGTH can be set in a range of 1 to 50
meters. When a feed length is set too high, the media
will unwind. Unwound media will not cut as easily as
wound media.
Press the ENTER key to store the setting.
AUTO PRE FEED
FEED LENGH=
1 m
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Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
NOTE: The plotter begins pre-feeding as soon as the cutting data is sent from the PC when
the auto pre-feed is enabled AND the new origin point is within 50mm of the previous
feed’s border.
You may access the Auto pre-feed menu from the initial menu,
which appears on the LCD when the paper set lever is lowered.
LOAD MEDIA!
INITIAL MENU>
Press the F4 key to select the initial menu while the
initial menu appears on the LCD.
Press the F2 key to select the AUTO PRE FEED.
AUTO PRE FEED>
INITIAL FEED SPEED>
INTERFACE>
Press the F3 key to select ENABLED .
Press the F4 key to select DISABLED.
If the F3 key is pressed, the following menu appear.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW to increase or
shorten FEED LENGTH. The menu will cycle through
the available lengths in sequence.
Press the ENTER key to store the setting. The
following menu appear.
AUTO PRE FEED
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
AUTO PRE FEED
FEED LENGH=
1 m
AUTO PRE FEED>
INITIAL FEED SPEED>
INTERFACE>
Press the NEXT key.
The LOAD MEDIA message then appears again. Mount the
media and raise the media set lever.
LOAD MEDIA!
INITIAL MENU>
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TANGENTIAL EMULATION - Cutting Tiny Letters or Thick & Thin Material
The tangential emulation blade control prevents the following problems from occurring in the
normal blade control.
n Dull corner shapes on thick material.
n Inadequate line length particularly on thick material.
n Broken corners on thick and thin material.
When the tangential emulation is enabled a special
blade rotation control and cut pressure control are
performed at the turning points, such as corners, to
ensure a quality cut. An overcut function, which
eliminates uncut portions from thick material is
available when the tangential emulation is enabled.
Be sure to set TANGENTIAL settings to suit the
media being cut.
Selecting Tangential Emulation Mode
There are two modes available for the tangential emulation control, MODE1 and MODE2. MODE
1 has the best overall quality. Mode 2 has the best overall time. If the cutting/plotting
performance is too slow due to excessive up/down pen movements, then select MODE2 to
shorten the cut/plot time. Remember that the cutting quality with MODE 2 is inferior to that of
MODE1.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F4 key to select FUNCTION 2.
Press F4 key to select TANGENT EMULATION.
Press F3 key to select mode.
INTERFACE>
AREA PARAMETERS>
FUNCTION 1>
FUNCTION 2>
DATA SORTING>
AXIS ALIGNMENT>
AUTO PRE FEED>
TANGENT EMULATION>
TANGENTIAL
EMULATION
MODE>
ENABLE/DISABLE>
Press the F3 key to select MODE 1.
Press the F4 key to select MODE 2.
Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
TANGENTIAL
EMULATION
MODE 1>
MODE 2>
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Enabling the Tangential Emulation
Tangential emulation control can be individually enabled or disabled by pen condition.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F4 key to select FUNCTION 2 .
Press the F4 key to select TANGENT EMULATION .
Press the F4 key to toggle between
ENABLE/DISABLE.
Press the [F1] key to [F4] key as required to
enable/disable the tangential emulation mode per
each condition of numbers.
INTERFACE>
AREA PARAMETERS>
FUNCTION 1>
FUNCTION 2>
DATA SORTING>
AXIS ALIGNMENT>
AUTO PRE FEED>
TANGENT EMULATION>
TANGENTIAL
EMULATION
MODE>
ENABLE/DISABLE>
TANGENTIAL
EMULATION
OFF-1
OFF-2
OFF-3
OFF-4
Press the ENTER key to register your settings.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
In READY status, the message TANGENTIAL appears along
with the condition menu when the condition on which the enabled
tangential emulation is selected .
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SPEED - Setting the Pen Up Speed
To reduce the overall cutting time, this function allows you to set the traveling speed of the pen in
raised status, separately from the cutting SPEED setting.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F3 key to select OPTION 1.
OPTION 1>
OPTION 2>
Press the F1 key to select PEN UP SPEED.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to sequence
through the available choices.
The PEN UP SPEED can be set to AUTO or to 10, 20,
30, 40, 50 or 60 cm/s. When AUTO is selected the
PEN UP SPEED is set to match the current cutting
SPEED setting.
PEN UP SPEED>
OFFSET ANGLE>
OFFSET FORCE>
STEP PASS>
PEN UP SPEED
SPEED= AUTO
Press the ENTER key to register your settings.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
NOTE: Your PEN UP SPEED setting is retained in the plotter’s internal memory even while the
plotter is turned off.
Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 33
OFFSET ANGLE - Adjusting the Blade Offset Angle
Use this function to smooth curves on large characters or shapes. At the joints of each line
segment, the plotter stops cutting and very quickly rotates the blade tip. This ensures the
accurate cutting of the computer data. In some cases, it is better to bypass this blade rotation and
drag the blade in order to make the shape smoother and to shorten overall cutting time. This
action will result in a slightly different shape from the original computer data.
With this OFFSET ANGLE function, you may set the reference angle of connection, and eliminate
the blade control at the connections whose angles are under that reference angle.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F3 key to select OPTION 1.
OPTION 1>
OPTION 2>
Press the F2 key to select OFFSET ANGLE.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to sequence
through the available choices.
The OFFSET ANGLE can be set in a 61-step range
from 0 to 60.
PEN UP SPEED>
OFFSET ANGLE>
OFFSET FORCE>
STEP PASS>
OFFSET ANGLE
ANGLE =
30
Press the ENTER key to register your settings.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
NOTE: Your OFFSET ANGLE setting is retained in the plotter’s internal memory even when
the plotter is turned off.
NOTE: Excessive settings may deform the shape of characters. Be sure to perform adequate
testing before performing your final cut to ensure that you have located the appropriate
setting which offers the proper quality.
Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 34
OFFSET FORCE - Setting the Offset Cut Pressure
Since the direction in which the blade tip is facing cannot be determined during initialization of the
plotter, initial blade control is performed to adjust the offset angle of the blade (See OFFSET
FORCE - Adjusting the Blade Offset Angle).
The Offset Cut Pressure function is used to specify the force applied during initial blade control.
The Offset Cut Pressure is also used to offset the blade angle in TANGENTIAL EMULATION
MODE. This pressure should be set as low as possible to ensure cutting quality. If the pressure
is too great the corners may break or lack a clear cut, particularly when using very thin material.
Start from the default setting (4) first, then change the value if necessary.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F3 key to select OPTION 1.
OPTION 1>
OPTION 2>
Press the F3 key to select OFFSET FORCE.
Press the UP ARROW or DOWN AROW key to
sequence through the available choices.
The OFFSET PRESSURE can be set in a 35-step
range from 1 to 35.
PEN UP SPEED>
OFFSET ANGLE>
OFFSET FORCE>
STEP PASS>
OFFSET FORCE
FORCE =
4
Press the ENTER key to register your settings.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
NOTE: Your OFFSET PRESSURE setting is retained in the plotter’s internal memory when the
plotter is turned off.
NOTE: The OFFSET PRESSURE setting specifies the pressure being applied during initial
blade control and during offset control in TANGENTIAL EMULATION MODE. This is
separate from the cutting force setting which specifies the down force of the lowered
cutter pen during cutting.
Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 35
STEP PASS - Setting the Step Pass
Use this function when the cut line is jagged in detailed shapes such as small characters with tiny
curves. The jaggedness is caused by an excessive number of line segments for small characters.
It also slows the cutting speed.
Use this function to skip or PASS some of the STEPS, make the line smoother and to accelerate
the cutting time.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F3 key to select OPTION 1.
OPTION 1>
OPTION 2>
Press the F4 key to select STEP PASS.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to sequence
through the available choices.
The STEP PASS can be set in a 21-step range from 0
to 20. The higher the number, the more steps of data
will be passed between each data point. These data
points represent actual cut line segments.
PEN UP SPEED>
OFFSET ANGLE>
OFFSET FORCE>
STEP PASS>
STEP PASS
STEP PASS
= 0
Press the ENTER key to register your settings.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
NOTE: Your STEP PASS setting is retained in the plotter’s internal memory even when the
plotter is turned off.
NOTE: Excess settings may deform the shape of characters, therefore this value should be
kept at zero if it is not needed. Always perform a cut test to verify the settings.
Advanced Functions and Settings ♦ C4 - 36
DISTANCE ADJUST - Adjusting the Length of Cut Line Segments
The actual length of cut line segments may vary according to the thickness of the media being
used. In this case, use the DISTANCE ADJUST function to correct the distance.
Each of the DISTANCE ADJUST settings represent a percentage of two meter distance along the
X or Y-axis. Consequently, setting the DISTANCE AJUST Setting for the X-axis to +0.5%
increases the X-axis by 1 mm.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F4 key to select OPTION 2.
OPTION 1>
OPTION 2>
Press the F3 key to select DISTANCE ADJUST .
DISTANCE ADJUST>
TEST>
Press the F2 key to correct the X-axis distance.
Press the F3 key to correct the Y-axis distance.
DISTANCE ADJUST
X 0.00%zz
Y 0.00%
RESET>
Press the F4 key to select RESET.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to sequence
through the available choices.
Each value can be set in a range of -2.00% to +2.00%
in 0.05% steps.
DISTANCE ADJUST
X+2.00%
Y-2.00%zz
RESET>
Press the ENTER key to register your settings.
Press the MENU key to cancel MENU mode.
NOTE: Your DISTANCE CORRECTION setting is retained in the plotter’s internal memory
even when the plotter is turned off.
Background Settings ♦ C5 - 1
Chapter 5 Background Settings
This chapter discusses your plotter’s background settings.
NOTE: Your settings are registered in the plotter’s internal memory and retained even when
the plotter is turned off.
To access this menu, turn on the plotter while pressing the DOWN ARROW key. After setting the
necessary items, turn off the plotter regardless of the menu being displayed. All settings are
registered in the plotter’s internal memory and retained even when the plotter is turned off.
There are two different menu sequences. Each of them belongs to GP-GL and HP-GL
commands.
This menu sequence comes up if GP-GL is selected as the
plotter’s data command.
V 1.12 GL
This menu sequence comes up if HP-GL is selected as the
plotter’s data command.
V 1.12 HL
Background Settings ♦ C5 - 2
The MENU TREE of Background Setting
GP-GL
Background Settings
HP-GL ™
Background Settings
LANGUAGE SELECTION
LANGUAGE SELECTION
[
[
English
COMMAND
]
↓
; AND :
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
↓
“w” COMMAND
PEN UP\
\
PEN DOWN
↓
CONDITION PRIORITY
MANUAL\
\
PROGRAM
↓
INITIAL BLADE
CONTROL POSITION
2mm BELOW\
\
OUTSIDE
↓
LENGTH UNIT
METRIC\
\
INCH
↓
PEN UP MOVE
English
]
↓
MODEL EMULATED
7550\
\
7500
↓
CONDITION PRIORITY
MANUAL\
\
PROGRAM
↓
INITIAL BLADE
CONTROL POSITION
2mm BELOW\
\
OUTSIDE
↓
LENGTH UNIT
METRIC\
\
INCH
↓
PEN UP MOVE
ENABLED
DISABLED\
\
↓
MEDIA SIZE SENSOR
ENABLED
DISABLED\
\
↓
MEDIA SIZE SENSOR
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
↓
PINCH ROLLER SENSOR
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
↓
PINCH ROLLER SENSOR
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
↓
CIRCLE RESOLUTION
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
AUTO\
\
DEFAULT
Background Settings ♦ C5 - 3
Background Settings for GP-GL
LANGUAGE SELECTION
You may select one of the following 12 languages for the operation menu: Danish, Dutch, English,
French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish and Swedish.
Press the UP and DOWN ARROW keys to select the
desired language.
LANGUAGE SELECTION
[
English
]
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
COMMAND
; AND :
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
“:” “;” Command Control (“:” “;” COMMAND)
When the GP-GL command mode is selected, set this function to enable or disable the
recognition of “:” and “;” commands set from the computer.
These commands may adversely affect the cutting results if the leading section of data is missing.
In such cases, set this function to DISABLED.
Press the F3 key to select ENABLED.
Press the F4 key to select DISABLED.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
COMMAND
; AND :
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
“w” COMMAND
PEN UP\
\
PEN DOWN
Background Settings ♦ C5 - 4
Pen UP/DOWN for the “W” Command
When a command specifying the plotting of an arc is sent from the computer, this function
determines whether to raise the pen or leave it in the same status (for example, the pen remains
lowered if it was lowered when the command was received) before moving it to the starting
position for plotting.
When PEN DOWN is selected, the pen is moved to the starting position in the same status.
When PEN UP is selected, the pen is raised before moving to the starting position. These
settings are effective on cutting mode only.
Press the F3 key to select PEN UP.
Press the F4 key to select PEN DOWN.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
“w”
COMMAND
PEN UP\
\
PEN DOWN
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
CONDITION PRIORITY
MANUAL\
\
PROGRAM
Condition Priority
This function determines the priority of programmed cutting conditions and manual settings of
cutting conditions at the plotter’s control panel.
When MANUAL is selected, commands specifying cutting conditions from the computer are
ignored and the cutting conditions can only be set at the control panel. The registered conditions
are retained in the plotter’s internal memory even while the plotter is turned off.
When PROGRAM is selected, the cutting conditions can be set either at the plotter’s control panel
or by command input from the computer. When the plotter is turned off, however, the registered
conditions are not retained.
Press the F3 key to select MANUAL.
Press the F4 key to select PROGRAM.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
CONDITION PRIORITY
MANUAL\
\
PROGRAM
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
INITIAL BLADE
CONTROL POSITION
2mm BELOW\
\
OUTSIDE
Background Settings ♦ C5 - 5
Initial Blade Control Position (INIT. BLADE CONTROL)
This function specifies the position at which initial blade control is performed (for more information
about initial blade control see Adjusting the Blade Offset Angle.)
When 2 mm BELOW is selected, initial blade control is performed 2 mm below the starting point
of cutting.
When OUTSIDE is selected, initial blade control is performed outside of the effective cutting area.
Press the F3 key to select 2 mm BELOW.
Press the F4 key to select OUTSIDE.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
INITIAL BLADE
CONTROL POSITION
2mm BELOW\
\
OUTSIDE
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
LENGTH UNIT
METRIC\
\
INCH
Length Unit
This selection enables one to set the unit for coordinates appearing on the display panel to either
units of millimeters or inches.
Press the F3 key to select METRIC.
Press the F4 key to select INCH.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
LENGTH UNIT
METRIC\
\
INCH
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
PEN UP MOVE
ENABLED
DISABLED\
\
Background Settings ♦ C5 - 6
Pen UP Movement Control (PEN UP MOVE)
When the Plotter receives commands that specify consecutive pen movements in raised status,
the PEN UP MOVE function determines whether to move the pen to each coordinate point or to
move the pen directly to the final coordinate point.
When ENABLED is selected, the pen moves to each coordinate point in sequence.
When DISABLED is selected, the pen moves directly to the final coordinate point.
Press the F3 key to select ENABLED.
PEN UP MOVE
ENABLED
DISABLED\
\
Press the F4 key to select DISABLED.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
MEDIA SIZE SENSOR
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
Media Size Sensor Control
This function allows you to disable the media length sensor function which is performed after
selecting the media type during the plotter’s initialization.
When ENABLED is selected, the media length sensor is performed.
When DISABLED is selected, the media length sensor will not perform.
In cases where the media length is disabled, the pen carriage may go beyond the edge of the
media. Always set the AREA function to limit the cut area and protect the cutting mat from
damage.
Press the F3 key to select ENABLED.
Press the F4 key to select DISABLED.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
MEDIA SIZE SENSOR
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
PINCH ROLLER SENSOR
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
Background Settings ♦ C5 - 7
Pinch Roller Sensor Control
This function allows you to disable the pinch roller position sensor function which is performed
after selecting the media type during the plotter’s initialization.
When ENABLED is selected, the pinch roller position sensor is performed.
When DISABLED is selected, the pinch roller position sensor will not perform.
In cases where the media length is disabled, the pen carriage may go beyond the edge of the
media. Always set the AREA function to limit the cut area and to protect the cutting mat from
damage.
Press the F3 key to select ENABLED.
PINCH ROLLER SENSOR
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
Press the F4 key to select DISABLED.
An asterisk appears beside your choice
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
LANGUAGE SELECTION
[
English
]
Background Settings ♦ C5 - 8
Background Settings for HP-GL
LANGUAGE SELECTION
You may select one of the following 12 languages for the operation menu: Danish, Dutch, English,
French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish and Swedish.
Press the UP and DOWN ARROW keys to select the
desired language.
LANGUAGE SELECTION
[
English
]
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
MODEL EMULATED
7550\
\
7500
Model No. Response (MODEL EMULATED)
When the HP-GL command mode is selected, this function selects the plotter’s response to an
“OI” request sent from the computer.
When 7550 is selected, the plotter’s response is 7550.
When 7500 is selected, the plotter’s response is 7500.
Press the F3 key to select 7550.
Press the F4 key to select 7500.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
MODEL EMULATED
7550\
\
7500
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
CONDITION PRIORITY
MANUAL\
\
PROGRAM
Background Settings ♦ C5 - 9
Condition Priority
This function determines the priority of programmed cutting conditions and manual settings of
cutting conditions at the plotter’s control panel.
When MANUAL is selected, commands specifying cutting conditions from the computer are
ignored and the cutting conditions can only be set at the control panel. The registered conditions
are retained in the plotter’s internal memory even while the plotter is turned off.
When PROGRAM is selected, the cutting conditions can be set either at the plotter’s control panel
or by command input from the computer. When the plotter is turned off, however, the registered
conditions are not retained.
Press the F3 key to select MANUAL.
Press the F4 key to select PROGRAM.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
CONDITION PRIORITY
MANUAL\
\
PROGRAM
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
INITIAL BLADE
CONTROL POSITION
2mm BELOW\
\
OUTSIDE
Initial Blade Control Position (INIT. BLADE CONTROL)
This function specifies the position at which initial blade control is performed (for more information
about initial blade control see Adjusting the Blade Offset Angle.)
When 2 mm BELOW is selected, initial blade control is performed 2 mm below the starting point
of cutting.
When OUTSIDE is selected, initial blade control is performed outside of the effective cutting area.
Press the F3 key to select 2 mm BELOW.
Press the F4 key to select OUTSIDE.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
INITIAL BLADE
CONTROL POSITION
2mm BELOW\
\
OUTSIDE
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
LENGTH UNIT
METRIC\
\
INCH
Background Settings ♦ C5 - 10
Length Unit
This selection enables one to set the unit for coordinates appearing on the display panel to either
units of millimeters or inches.
Press the F3 key to select METRIC.
LENGTH UNIT
Press the F4 key to select INCH.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
METRIC\
\
INCH
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
PEN UP MOVE
ENABLED
DISABLED\
\
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
Pen UP Movement Control (PEN UP MOVE)
When the Plotter receives commands that specify consecutive pen movements in raised status,
the PEN UP MOVE function determines whether to move the pen to each coordinate point or to
move the pen directly to the final coordinate point.
When ENABLED is selected, the pen moves to each coordinate point in sequence.
When DISABLED is selected, the pen moves directly to the final coordinate point.
Press the F3 key to select ENABLED.
Press the F4 key to select DISABLED.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
PEN UP MOVE
ENABLED
DISABLED\
\
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
MEDIA SIZE SENSOR
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
Background Settings ♦ C5 - 11
Media Size Sensor Control
This function allows you to disable the media length sensor function which is performed after
selecting the media type during the plotter’s initialization.
When ENABLED is selected, the media length sensor is performed.
When DISABLED is selected, the media length sensor will not perform.
In cases where the media length is disabled, the pen carriage may go beyond the edge of the
media. Always set the AREA function to limit the cut area and protect the cutting mat from
damage.
Press the F3 key to select ENABLED.
MEDIA SIZE SENSOR
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
Press the F4 key to select DISABLED.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
PINCH ROLLER SENSOR
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
Pinch Roller Sensor Control
This function allows you to disable the pinch roller position sensor function which is performed
after selecting the media type during the plotter’s initialization.
When ENABLED is selected, the pinch roller position sensor is performed.
When DISABLED is selected, the pinch roller position sensor will not perform.
In cases where the media length is disabled, the pen carriage may go beyond the edge of the
media. Always set the AREA function to limit the cut area and to protect the cutting mat from
damage.
Press the F3 key to select ENABLED.
Press the F4 key to select DISABLED.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
PINCH ROLLER SENSOR
ENABLED\
\
DISABLED
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
CIRCLE RESOLUTION
AUTO\
\
DEFAULT
Background Settings ♦ C5 - 12
Circle Resolution
Use this selection to achieve smoother cut/plot quality on large circles or arcs when drawing with
the circle or arc commands.
When AUTO is selected, the resolution of circles and arcs will be automatically optimized.
When DEFAULT is selected, the resolution of circles and arcs is always 5 degrees. If the circle or
arc consists of short line segments, the quality of the circle or arc will not change by this setting.
Press the F3 key to select AUTO.
CIRCLE RESOLUTION
AUTO\
\
DEFAULT
Press the F4 key to select DEFAULT.
An asterisk appears beside your choice.
Press the ENTER key to register your setting and to
proceed to the next menu.
Press the NEXT key if you wish to bypass this setting
with no changes.
If you do not wish to make any changes on the background
settings, turn off the plotter.
LANGUAGE SELECTION
[
English
]
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 1
Chapter 6
Test Modes and Troubleshooting
This chapter describes the check points and possible solutions to use for troubleshooting if the
plotter does not operate or operates abnormally.
CONDITION LIST - Listing the Cutting Conditions
The CONDITON LIST function allows you to print a list of the settings of the four groups of cutting
conditions, so you can check all of your current settings at a glance.
WARNING:
CAUTION:
The pen starts moving as soon as the CONDITON PRINT function is selected.
To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the plotter, keep your hands, face and
other obstacles out to the vicinity of the cutting mat and paper.
Mounting the cutter pen for this mode may cause fatal damage to the cutting
mat. Be sure to mount the plotter pen.
Load paper whose size is larger than either ISO (A4) or Letter size (11” x 8½”) and mount the
plotter pen.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F4 key to select OPTION 2.
OPTION 1>
OPTION 2>
Press the F4 key to select TEST.
DISTANCE ADJUST>
TEST>
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 2
Press the F2 key to select CONDITION LIST.
CONDITION LIST>
SELF TEST>
DATA DUMP>
The following message appears.
Confirm the pen is mounted on the carriage.
MOUNT THE PEN!
DONE>
CANCEL CONDITIONS>
Press the F3 key to select DONE and start plotting.
Press the F4 key to select CANCEL CONDITIONS.
You have to turn off the plotter to cancel CONDITION, if the plotter is in CONDITION mode.
The following message appears and the plotter begins printing a
list of the currently set cutting conditions.
PRINT CONDITIONS
When all of the data has been printed, turn off the plotter to cancel CONDITION mode.
Sample printout of the CONDITION function
COND
\1
2
3
4
FORCE
12
14
17
25
RS-232C
\1
2
3
SPEED
30
30
30
10
BAUD RATE
9600
9600
9600
PEN TYPE
PEN
CB09Ux
OTHER
CB15Ux
OFST
0
0
+17
0
PARITY
N
E
E
ACCL
4
4
4
1
TNGNT
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
DATA BIT
8
7
8
OVCUT
0.2
0.2
HANDSHAKE
H
H
H
COMMAND
HP-GL ORIGIN
PEN UP SPEED
OFFSET FORCE
ROTATE
DISTANCE ADJ
DISPLAY UNIT
AXIS TOOL
AUTO PRE FEED
TANGENTIAL MODE
EXPAND LENG
GP-GL
L.L.
AUTO
4
OFF
0
0
Mm
LIGHT POINT
DISABLED
MODE 1
O
STEP SIZE
PAGE LENGTH
STEP PASS
OFFSET ANGLE
MIRROR
0.100
2000
0
30
OFF
COPY SPACE
AXIS METHOD
PRE FEED LENG
FEED SPEED
SORT
1
2POINT
1
NORMAL
DISABLED
; , : COMMAND
W COMMAND
COND. PRIORITY
INIT. BLADE CTRL
ENABLED
PEN DOWN
MANUAL
2mm BELOW
7550
ENABLED
OFF
OFF
DISPLAY LANG
Japanese
MODEL EMULATED
PEN UP MOVE
MEDIA SIZE SENSOR
PIONCH ROLLER
SENSOR
HL CIR RESOL
ROM VERSION
1.00
DEFAULT
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 3
DATA DUMP - Using the Character Dump Mode
This mode enables experienced users to detect the exact cause of communication problems
between the plotter and the computer. In character dump mode, an exact print out of the codes
reaching the plotter is produced.
NOTE: When the plotter receives READ commands that instruct it to output data, it will output
dummy data (except in the case of READ commands that request the output of the
plotter’s status data). Note that printing in dump mode will be based on that dummy
data.
If the cutting/plotting results are not what you expected, but the received data and the transmitted
program are identical, check the program at the computer again.
If the cutting/plotting results are not what you expected, and the received data and the transmitted
program are different, check the interface conditions and the connection of the interface cable.
WARNING:
The pen starts moving as soon as the data is transmitted to the plotter from the
computer. To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the plotter, keep your
hands, face and other obstacles out of the vicinity of the cutting mat and paper.
CAUTION:
Mounting the cutter pen for this mode may cause fatal damage to the cutting mat.
Be sure to mount the plotter pen.
Load paper whose size is larger than either ISO (A4) or Letter size (11” x 8½”) and mount the
plotter pen.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F4 key to select OPTION 2.
OPTION 1>
OPTION 2>
Press the F4 key to select TEST.
DISTANCE ADJUST>
TEST>
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 4
Press the F4 key to select DATA DUMP.
CONDITION LIST>
SELF TEST>
DATA DUMP>
The following message appears.
Confirm pen is mounted on the carriage.
Press the F3 key to select DONE and start plotting.
MOUNT THE PEN!
DONE>
CANCEL CONDITIONS>
Press the F4 key to select CANCEL CONDITIONS.
You have to turn off the plotter to cancel DUMP, if the plotter is in DUMP mode.
The following prompt message appears.
PRINT DATA DUMP
Transmit the data from the computer. As the data is received, the character data is printed as
ASCII codes and the non-character (control) data is plotted as two-digit hexadecimal values (e.g.,
Line Feed = 0A, Carriage Return = 0D, ETX = 03).
When all of the data has been printed, turn off the plotter to cancel DUMP mode.
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 5
SELF TEST - Running the Self Test
Your plotter is provided with a self test function that enables it to check its own functions.
Because a correctly drawn self test pattern signifies that all of the functions of the plotter
(excluding the interface settings) have been tested and found normal, this function is useful for
determining whether the source of a problem is the plotter itself or in the connection between the
plotter and the computer.
WARNING:
The pen starts moving as soon as SELF TEST mode is executed. To avoid
injury to yourself and damage to the plotter, keep your hands, face and other
obstacles out of the vicinity of the cutting mat and paper.
Load paper whose size is larger than either ISO (A4) or Letter size (11” x 8½”) and mount the
plotter pen.
CAUTION:
Mounting the cutter pen for this mode may cause fatal damage to the cutting
mat. Be sure to mount the plotter pen.
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press the F4 key to select OPTION 2.
OPTION 1>
OPTION 2>
Press the F4 key to select TEST.
DISTANCE ADJUST>
TEST>
Press the F3 key to select SELF TEST.
The following message appears.
Confirm the pen is mounted on the carriage .
Press the F3 key to start plotting.
CONDITION LIST>
SELF TEST>
DATA DUMP>
MOUNT THE PEN!
DONE>
CANCEL CONDITIONS>
Press the F4 key to cancel plotting.
You may have to turn off the plotter to cancel SELF TEST if the plotter is in the SELF TEST
mode.
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 6
The following message appears.
SELF TEST
When you have finished printing the SELF TEST pattern, turn off the plotter to cancel SELF TEST
mode.
NOTE: The self test pattern is repeatedly printed until the plotter is turned off. To discontinue
printing, even if a pattern is not completely printed, simply turn off the plotter.
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 7
Troubleshooting - The Plotter is Turned on but it Doesn’t Work
Symptom
The control panel’s POWER
lamp does not light.
Cause
The plotter is not being
supplied with power.
Solution
Check that the power cord is
securely connected to the
plotter’s AC line inlet and the
electrical output.
The circuit protection on the
machine is activated by
overloading and it had not yet
been deactivated.
Turn off the power switch and
unplug the power cord. After
5 or 10 minutes, connect the
power and turn on the
system. If it does not
reactivated, turn off the power
switch and unplug the power
cord and wait, the recovery
time can vary from case to
case.
If the machine does not
recover after 30 minutes,
contact your sales
representative or nearest
Graphtec dealer.
The plotter is defective.
Contact your sales
representative or nearest
Graphtec dealer.
The control panel’s POWER
lamp lights but the plotter
does not operate.
The ROM or RAM is
defective.
Contact your sales
representative or nearest
Graphtec dealer.
The control panel’s MENU
lamp flickers and nothing
appears on the display panel.
The ROM or RAM is
defective.
Contact your sales
representative or nearest
Graphtec dealer.
The control panel’s POWER
lamp lights but the plotter
does not operate.
The ROM or RAM is defective
Contact your sales
representative or nearest
Graphtec dealer.
The message below appears:
Sum-Ck ROM RAM ERR!!
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 8
Troubleshooting – Improper Initialization
Problem
Media falls down
during initialization.
Cause
The media sensors
may be defective.
Media skews as soon
as media starts to
move.
After pen carriage
moved across the
plotter, media does
not move.
One side of media
edge comes off from
the pinch roller.
After selecting media
type, pen carriage
moves slowly and hits
the side wall on the
right hand side, then
position error occurs.
One of the pinch
rollers is not set on
the grit roller.
Both of the pinch
rollers may not be set
on the grit rollers.
Even when the media
set lever is raised and
locked, the menu
keeps on showing
LOAD MEDIA!
Message.
Media set lever
sensor may be
defective.
The front or rear
edge of the media is
not cut straight.
Pinch roller sensor
may be defective.
Solution
Contact your sales
representative or
nearest Graphtec
dealer.
You can start your job
by temporarily
disabling the media
size sensing function.
Check the position of
the pinch rollers.
See section
Media size sensor
setting in the
background settings.
Check the position of
the pinch rollers.
Loading Media
Loading Media
Cut the media edge
straight.
Contact your sales
representative or
nearest Graphtec
dealer.
You can start your job
by temporarily
disabling the pinch
roller sensing function.
Contact your sales
representative or
nearest Graphtec
dealer.
Pinch roller sensor
setting in the Back
ground settings.
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 9
Troubleshooting – Plotter does not Operate Properly
Problem
As soon as the data
is sent to plotter, pen
carriage or media
moves then stops.
Display shows
WORKING.
Processing Indicator
LED lights.
As soon as the data
is sent to plotter, pen
carriage or media do
not move at all.
Display shows
WORKING.
Processing Indicator
LED lights.
Origin point seems to
be shifted to center,
although origin button
is not pressed.
As soon as the data
is sent to the plotter,
the media comes off,
then MEDIA END
message appears.
COMMAND ERROR
message appears.
INSTRUCTION NOT
RECOGNIZED
message appears.
Plotter does not cut
beyond certain
length.
Cause
Position of the plot
data is located
beyond the effective
cutting area.
Solution
Adjust the position of
the data on
application software.
See section
Origin point might be
set at lower left
although the plot data
is created based on
center origin.
Check the origin
setting.
Origin
Origin point might be
set at center although
the plot data is
created based on
lower left origin.
ROLL-1 or ROLL-2 is
selected for sheet
media and the origin
is set as center.
Check the origin
setting.
Origin
Select SHEET for
sheet media.
Loading Media
Check the cut area by
pressing the ENTER
key.
Page Length
Data from PC is not
received correctly.
Data from PC is not
received correctly.
PAGE LENGTH is
not set correctly.
Too much pen
up/down action is
performed.
TANGENTIAL
EMULATION is
enabled.
Plotter cuts on foot
print of grit rollers.
EXPAND setting.
Set PAGE LENGTH
correctly.
Normal.
If TANGENTIAL is
displayed on the
READY menu,
change the condition
number on which the
TANGENTIAL
EMULATION is not
enabled or disable
the EMULATION.
Set EXPAND zero if
necessary.
Tangential Emulation
Expand
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 10
Problem
Cutting CONDITION
setting can not be
changed.
The currently
selected cutting
conditions are
disregarded or
cannot be changed.
Media is fed at an
angle.
Media is abruptly fed
forward.
The length of cutting
results differs from
the program (slight
distance error).
When the plotter is
receiving data, the
Process Indicator
lamp lights (an off
scale error occurs).
Cause
DATA SORTING is
enabled.
The parameter
priority setting is set
to program mode.
The ENTER key was
not pressed after
changing settings.
Media has been
loaded at an angle.
The total amount of
roll media to be cut
was not pulled out in
advance.
Incorrectly selected
media type.
The media is slipping.
The distance
correction requires
adjustment.
The programmable
resolution (STEP
SIZE) has been set
differently at the
plotter and the
software application.
The computer sent
coordinate data that
exceeds the specified
effective cutting area.
The computer sent
coordinate data that
exceeds the
maximum effective
cutting area.
Solution
Normal. Disable
DATA SORTING if
necessary.
Change the
parameter priority
setting to manual
mode.
See section
Data Sorting
Verify setting the
conditions correctly.
Setting Cutting
Conditions
Reload media
correctly.
Pull out the required
amount of media in
advance.
Loading Media
Correctly set the
media type to match
your media.
Lower the cutting
SPEED or the PEN
UP SPEED setting.
Selecting Media
Adjust the distance
correction.
Distance Adjust
Set both the plotter
and software to the
same resolution.
Step Size
Set the effective
cutting area to a
larger area.
Area
Switch to a larger
media or change the
coordinate data.
Area
Setting Cutting
Conditions
Loading Media
Setting Cutting
Conditions or
Pen Up Speed
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 11
Problem
Media is loaded but
the LOAD PAPER !!
message appears.
Cause
Media that is nearly
transparent cannot be
detected by the paper
sensors.
Strong reflected light
is preventing the
paper sensors from
detecting the media.
Loaded media has
not been positioned
over the paper
sensors.
Solution
Disable the paper
sensors using media
size sensor control in
the background
settings.
Change the position
of the light source.
See section
Media size sensor
setting in the
Background settings.
Properly reload the
media.
Loading Media
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 12
Troubleshooting – Poor Cutting Results
Problem
The cut corners are
too rounded.
The cut corners are
too pointed.
The Cut Line starts
out crooked.
Cause
The CUTTER
OFFSET is
incompatible with the
blade type being
used.
The CUTTER
OFFSET is
incompatible with the
blade type being
used.
The blade mounted
in the folder does not
rotate smoothly.
The Offset Cut
Pressure is too low.
The blade skips and
does not completely
cut lines that should
be solid.
Solid lines are not cut
at a constant depth.
With the 0.9 mm
cutter pen (blue
blade adjustment
knob), the spring has
come loose from the
blade.
With the 1.5 mm
cutter pen (red blade
adjustment knob),
the blade has fallen
out
The blade is
extended too far.
The cutting SPEED is
too high.
The blade is
extended too far.
The cutting SPEED is
too high.
Solution
Adjust the CUTTER
OFFSET value. If too
low, corners become
rounded.
See section
Setting Cutting
Conditions
Adjust the CUTTER
OFFSET value. If too
high, corners become
pointed.
Setting Cutting
Conditions
Grease the blade and
holder.
Replacing Cutter
Blade
Remove any foreign
matter inside the pen
holder.
Raise the Offset Cut
Pressure setting (the
Offset Cut Pressure
is separate from the
cutting force).
Replace the blade
with a new one that
has a spring.
Offset Force
Replacing Cutter
Blade
Grease blade and
holder.
Replacing Cutter
Blade
Adjust the blade
length.
Blade Length
Lower the SPEED
Setting.
Adjust the blade
length..
Lower the SPEED
Setting.
Setting Cutter
Conditions
Blade Length
Setting Cutter
Conditions
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 13
Problem
Coarse resolution of
curved lines.
The media curls up at
the corners.
The blade is cutting
into the backing
sheet.
The blade falls out of
the plunger.
Media can be cut but
it is hard to weed
afterward.
Cause
The software’s
resolution setting is
too low.
The blade offset
angle is too low.
The blade is
extended too far.
The CUTTER
OFFSET is
incompatible with the
blade type being
used.
Solution
Adjust the software’s
resolution setting.
See section
Raise the blade offset
angle.
Adjust the blade
length.
Adjust the CUTTER
OFFSET value. If too
low, corners become
rounded.
Setting Cutter
Conditions
Blade Length
Setting Cutter
Conditions
The cut pattern is too
fine.
The cutting SPEED is
too high.
The blade is dull.
Adjust the CUTTER
OFFSET value. If too
high, corners become
pointed.
Use the tangential
emulation mode.
Lower the SPEED
Setting.
Replace the blade.
The QUALITY setting
is too high.
The blade is
extended too far.
Lower the QUALITY
setting.
Adjust the blade
length.
The cutting FORCE
is too high.
The blade is too
small for the holder.
Insufficient grease.
Lower the FORCE
setting.
Use a blade that fits
securely in the holder.
Grease the cutter
blade and holder.
Switch to a retack
sheet that is more
sticky.
Reduce the blade
length.
Lower the cutting
FORCE.
Promptly weed cut
media.
The retack sheet is
not sticky enough.
Media gets entangled
during cutting.
Cleaning of cut
media was
postponed too long.
Setting Cutter
Conditions
Tangential Emulation
Setting Cutter
Conditions
Replacing Cutter
Blade
Setting Cutter
Conditions
Blade Length
Setting Cutter
Conditions
Replacing Cutter
Blade
Replacing Cutter
Blade
Blade Length
Setting Cutter
Conditions
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 14
Problem
Cut media cannot be
picked up using a
retack sheet.
Cause
The retack sheet is
not sticky enough.
Media gets entangled
during cutting.
Abnormal noise
generated by cutter
pen during cutting.
The media is
discolored where the
blade has passed.
The cutting results
differ from specified
size
Some parts of the
media cannot be cut.
Characters or lines
are deformed during
pen plotting.
Cleaning of cut
media was
postponed too long.
Media is stuck in the
tip of the cutter
plunger.
Media is stuck in the
tip of the cutter
plunger.
The programmable
resolution (STEP
SIZE) has been set
differently at the
plotter and the
software application.
Scaling has been
specified at the
software application.
The programmable
resolution (STEP
SIZE) has been set
differently at the
plotter and the
software application.
The computer sent
coordinate data that
exceeds the
specified effective
cutting area.
The computer sent
coordinate data that
exceeds the
maximum effective
cutting area.
The plotter is in
cutting mode.
Solution
Switch to a retack
sheet that is more
sticky.
Reduce the blade
length.
Lower the cutting
FORCE.
Promptly weed cut
media.
See section
Adjust the blade
length and cutting
FORCE setting.
Adjust the blade
length and cutting
FORCE setting.
Set both the plotter
and software to the
same resolution.
Setting Cutter
Conditions
Blade Length
Setting Cutter
Conditions
Setting Cutter
Conditions
Step Size
Check whether
scaling has been
specified.
Set both the plotter
and software to the
same resolution.
Scale
Set the effective
cutting area to a
larger area.
Area
Switch to a larger
media or change the
coordinate data.
Loading Media
Set the blade type on
the CUTTER
OFFSET function to
PEN (0).
Setting Cutter
Conditions
Step Size
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 15
Problem
Cut characters are
deformed.
The starting and end
points of cutting do
not match.
The starting and end
points of cutting thick
material do not match.
The starting and end
points of cutting do
not match when auto
pre feed function is
used.
Cause
The Step pass is too
high.
Coordinate points are
incorrectly specified.
The Offset Cut
Pressure is too low.
The media is too
flimsy.
Blade rotation is not
smooth.
Over cutting is too
short.
Pen speed is too
high, or the Quality
setting is incorrect.
Solution
Lower the step pass
setting.
Check the coordinate
data by plotting it with
a pen.
Raise the Offset Cut
pressure setting.
Switch to a stronger
media.
Grease the cutter
blade and holder.
Set over cut distance
correctly.
See section
Step Pass
Set pen condition
correctly.
Setting the Pen
Condition
Setting the Cutting
Conditions
Replacing the Cutting
Blade
Tangential Emulation
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 16
Error Messages and Their Causes
Error Messages with their Possible Causes and Probable Solution.
OVER CURRENT
POWER OFF THEN ON
•
The beeper sounds
Cause
Excessive load is causing
the current to the motor to
exceed the rated value
• Cutting conditions do
not suit the cutting
media
• Movement of the pen
carriage is being
obstructed
•
The pen carriage was
subjected to external
pressure during cutting
•
Media scraps stuck in
moving parts and
impeding plotter
operation
Abnormal acceleration
rate table
•
SPEED ALARM
POWER OFF THEN ON
•
The beeper sounds
Cause
• Immediately after
turning on the plotter,
excessive force was
used to manually move
the pen carriage
• Internal speed control is
faulty
Solution
⇒ Lower the cutting
SPEED and/or the
cutting FORCE
⇒ Turn off the plotter,
remove the obstacle,
then turn the plotter
back on.
⇒ Turn off the plotter,
remove the obstacle,
then turn the plotter
back on.
⇒ Turn off the plotter,
remove the media
scraps, then turn the
plotter back on
∗ If error occurs
frequently, contact your
sales representative or
nearest Graphtec
dealer.
Solution
⇒ Turn the plotter off then
back on again
⇒ Turn the plotter off then
back on again
∗ If error occurs
frequently, contact your
sales representative or
nearest Graphtec
dealer.
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 17
POSITION ALARM
POWER OFF THEN ON
•
The beeper sounds
Cause
Excessive load is causing
the current to the motor to
exceed the rated value
• Cutting conditions do
not suit the cutting
media
• Movement of the pen
carriage is being
obstructed
•
The pen carriage was
subjected to external
pressure during cutting
•
Media scraps stuck in
moving parts and
impeding plotter
operation
Abnormal acceleration
rate table
•
Solution
⇒ Lower the cutting
SPEED and/or the
cutting FORCE
⇒ Turn off the plotter,
remove the obstacle,
then turn the plotter
back on.
⇒ Turn off the plotter,
remove the obstacle,
then turn the plotter
back on.
⇒ Turn off the plotter,
remove the media
scraps, then turn the
plotter back on
∗ If error occurs
frequently, contact your
sales representative or
nearest Graphtec
dealer.
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 18
Command Error Messages and Their Causes
Error Messages in GP-GL Command Mode
ERROR 1
COMMAND ERROR
Cause
The plotter received an
unrecognizable command.
• Noise was input to the
plotter upon execution
of the software
application
• The software
configuration regarding
the output device has
been changed
•
ERROR 4
PARAMETER OVERFLOW
The plotter’s interface
conditions have been
changed.
Cause
A command was received
containing numeric
parameter that exceeds that
command’s permissible
range.
• The software
configuration regarding
the output device has
been changed
•
The plotter’s interface
conditions have been
changed
Solution
⇒ Press the ENTER key
⇒ Configure the software
to drive your plotter.
Ensure that the
software’s interface
conditions are correctly
set.
⇒ Ensure that the plotter’s
interface conditions are
set to match those of
the software.
Solution
⇒ Configure the software
to drive your plotter.
Ensure that the
software’s interface
conditions are correctly
set.
⇒ Ensure that the plotter’s
interface conditions are
set to match those of
the software.
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 19
ERROR 5
I/O ERROR
Cause
An error occurred during
data transfer
• The software
configuration regarding
the output device has
been changed
•
The plotter’s interface
conditions have been
changed
Solution
⇒ Configure the software
to drive your plotter.
Ensure that the
software’s interface
conditions are correctly
set.
⇒ Ensure that the plotter’s
interface conditions are
set to match those of
the software.
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 20
Error Messages in HP-GL Command Mode
If any of the following command errors occur, they are nearly always caused by one of the
reasons below:
1. The software configuration regarding the output device has been changed; or
2. The plotter’s interface conditions have been changed.
When a command error occurs in HP-GP emulation mode, first check that you have:
1. Configured the software to drive your plot
2. The software’s interface conditions are set correctly.
3. Set the plotter’s interface conditions to match the software’s interface conditions.
ERROR 1 Instruction
Not recognized
ERROR 2 Wrong number
of parameters
ERROR 3 Out of range
parameters
ERROR 5 Unknown
character set
ERROR 6
Position overflow
ERROR 7
Buffer overflow
Cause
An unrecognizable
instruction was executed.
Solution
Execute a recognizable
command.
Cause
A command was executed
with the wrong number of
parameters.
Solution
Executed the command
with the correct number of
parameters.
Cause
A command containing an
unusable parameter was
specified.
Solution
Execute the command with
its parameters specified
within their permissible
ranges.
Cause
An unrecognizable
instruction was executed.
Solution
Specify a recognizable
command.
Cause
A command was executed
with coordinate data that
exceeds the effective
cutting/plotting area.
Solution
Execute the command with
its coordinate data specified
within the effective cutting/
plotting area.
Cause
The data being input
exceeds the capacity of the
plotter’s downloadable
character buffer, polygon
buffer, etc.
Solution
Increase buffer size
Test Modes and Troubleshooting ♦ C6 - 21
ERROR 10 Invalid
I/O output request
ERROR 11 invalid
byte following ESC.
ERROR 12 invalid
byte in I/O control
ERROR 13 Out of
range I/O parameters
ERROR 14 Too many
I/O parameters
ERROR 15 Error in
I/O transmission
ERROR 16 I/O buffer
overflow
Cause
During the execution of an
output command, another
output command was
executed.
Solution
Check the flow of your
programmed data.
Cause
The ESC character was
followed by an invalid byte.
Solution
Check the ESC command
in your program
Cause
A device control command
containing an invalid byte
was received.
Solution
Check the device control
commands in your
program.
Cause
A parameter outside of the
permissible numeric range
was specified.
Solution
Check the program
Cause
Too many parameters were
received
Solution
Check the number of
command parameters
Cause
During data transfer, a
framing error, parity error or
overrun error occurred.
Solution
Check the settings of the
interface conditions
Cause
The I/O buffer received data
at a faster pace than it could
process, indicating that
handshaking is not
successful
Solution
Check the settings of the
handshaking mode and
other interface conditions.
Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 1
Chapter 7
Setting The Interface Functions
This chapter describes how to connect your plotter to your computer.
Setting the Parallel Interface
§
§
To use the Centronics-compatible parallel interface, connect the plotter’s parallel connector to
the computer’s parallel port by cable.
Next, simply set the command mode plus the programmable resolution (when GP-GL command
is selected), or origin (when HP-GL command is selected),
For instructions on setting the functions, see Selecting the Command Mode and Setting the
Programmable Resolution.
CAUTION:
The interface cable should be no longer than two meters.
NOTE: For the specifications of your plotter’s parallel interface, see Centronics-Compatible
Parallel Interface.
Setting the Serial Interface
§
§
§
§
To enable prompt compatibility with multiple software applications, you can register three
different groups of interface settings (RS-1, RS-2, and RS-3) in the plotter’s memory.
The desired group of RS-232C interface settings can be loaded from the control panel.
Incorrectly set interface conditions can cause the plotter to malfunction.
Be sure to set the plotter’s interface conditions to match those of your computer and the target
software application.
NOTE: For the specifications of your plotter’s serial interface, see RS-232C Serial Interface.
Factory Preset Interface Settings
Your plotter comes with its three groups of interface conditions set to the factory presets listed in
the table below.
RS-1
9600 BAUD
8 BIT
NONE PARITY
HARDWIRE
RS-2
9600 BAUD
7 BIT
EVEN PARITY
HARDWIRE
RS-3
9600 BAUD
8 BIT
EVEN PARITY
HARDWIRE
Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 2
INTERFACE - Setting the Interface Functions
The Interface Functions (Step Size, RS-232C and COMMAND Settings) can be set before or after
loading media.
How to get to the INTERFACE menu before you have loaded media
When the media set lever is lowered, the following menu appears.
Press the F4 key to select INITIAL MENU.
LOAD MEDIA!
INITIAL MENU>
AUTO PRE FEED>
INITIAL FEED SPEED>
INTERFACE>
Press F3 key to select RS-232C and the INTERFACE
menu appears.
STEP SIZE>
RS-232C>
COMMAND>
Press the NEXT key twice to go back to the LOAD
MEDIA menu.
How to get to the INTERFACE menu after you have loaded media
After the media is loaded and initialization is performed, the plotter
goes to READY mode.
CONDITION 2
READY
14
30
4
CB09Ux 0
Press the MENU key to select MENU mode.
Press the NEXT key.
Press the NEXT key again.
Press F1 key to select INTERFACE.
Press F3 key to select RS-232C and the INTERFACE
menu appears.
Press the MENU key to return to READY mode.
INTERFACE>
AREA PARAMETERS>
FUNCTION 1>
FUNCTION 2>
STEP SIZE>
RS-232C>
COMMAND>
Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 3
STEP SIZE - Setting the Programmable Resolution
When HP-GL command mode is selected, this STEP SIZE is not displayed. When the GP-GL
command mode is selected, this function allows you to set the distance of pen movement
corresponding to the coordinate value of 1.
NOTE: Be sure to set the step size to match the step size setting of your software application
NOTE: Your step size setting is retained in the plotter’s internal memory even while the plotter is
turned off.
Press F2 key to select STEP SIZE.
STEP SIZE>
RS-232C>
COMMAND>
Press F1 key to select 0.100.
Press F2 key to select 0.050.
STEP SIZE
IN mm
0.100\
0.050
0.025
0.010
Press F3 key to select 0.025.
Press F4 key to select 0.010.
Press the Enter key to register your setting and return
to the INTERFACE menu.
STEP SIZE>
RS-232C>
COMMAND>
Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 4
RS-232C – Setting the Data Transmitting Conditions
This function selects and sets the data transmitting condition of the serial interface. Three preset
conditions are available for easy access.
NOTE: Be sure to set the transmitting conditions to match the setting of your software
applications
NOTE: Your RS-232C setting is retained in the plotter’s internal memory while the plotter is
turned off.
Press F3 key to select RS-232C.
STEP SIZE>
RS-232C>
COMMAND>
Press the F1 key to select factory setting 1.
RS-232C
CONDITION NO.
Press the F2 key to select factory setting 2.
\1>
2>
3>
Press the F3 key to select factory setting 3.
The asterisk is displayed beside the currently selected
condition number.
The menu that corresponds to the number you selected will appear
RS-1
9600 BAUD
8 BIT
NONE PARITY
HARDWIRE
RS-2
9600 BAUD
7 BIT
EVEN PARITY
HARDWIRE
RS-3
9600 BAUD
8 BIT
EVEN PARITY
HARDWIRE
You can modify any of the RS232-C settings by pressing the F1, F2, F3 or F4 key. The blinking
cursor will move to the parameter that corresponds with that key.
Press the F1 key to change BAUD RATE.
Press the F2 key to change DATA LENGTH.
Press the F3 key to change PARITY BIT.
Press the F4 key to change HANDSHAKING.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to change the
parameter’s setting.
Press the ENTER key to register your settings and
return to the INTERFACE menu.
RS-1
9600 BAUD
8 BIT
NONE PARITY
HARDWIRE
Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 5
COMMAND - Selecting the Command Mode
This function selects the command mode, either HP-GL™ or GP-GL.
NOTE: Be sure to set the command mode to match the command mode setting of your software
application
NOTE: Your command setting is retained in the plotter’s internal memory even while the plotter
is turned off.
Press the F4 key to select COMMAND.
Press the F3 key to select GP-GL command mode.
STEP SIZE>
RS-232C>
COMMAND>
COMMAND
Press the F4 key to select HP-GL command mode.
Press the Enter key to register your setting.
If you started at the LOAD MEDIA menu you will return to the INTERFACE MENU.
If you started at the READY menu you will return to the MEDIA TYPE menu.
GP-GL\
HP-GL
Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 6
Centronics-Compatible Parallel Interface
This eight-bit Centronics-compatible parallel interface is generally used for interfacing printers.
The input signals are grouped into the eight bits of the DATA signals (DB0 to DB7), and each
group of eight DATA signals is followed by the input of an active-LOW STROBE signal. Upon
receipt of the STROBE signal, the plotter activates its BUSY signal, outputs an ACK signal, then
reads the input DATA Signals to begin a cutting or plotting operation.
When the specified operation is completed, the plotter awaits the input of subsequent DATA
signals.
CAUTION:
The interface cable should be no longer than two meters.
Specifications
§
§
While the parallel interface is used, data cannot be output from the plotter (that is, READ
commands cannot be used with the exception of the “BS” command).
Synchronization method: Asynchronous transmission by handshaking is based on STROBE
and BUSY signals.
Electrical Characteristics
Based on TTL-level compatibility with the logic states below.
Positive logic
“1” + 2.2V or more
“0” + 0.8V or less
DATA, BUSY
Negative logic
“1” + 0.8V or more
ERROR
“0” + 2.2V or less
ACK, STROBE
Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 7
Input/Output Circuitry
Input/Output Timing Chart
Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 8
Pin Assignment of the Parallel Connector
The pin assignment of the Centronics-compatible parallel interface connector is described below.
Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Signal Name
STROBE
DB 0
DB 1
DB 2
DB 3
DB 4
DB 5
DB 6
DB 7
Pin No.
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
ACK
BUSY
GND
SLCT
Not used
Not used
GND
Not used
+ 5V pulled up
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
Signal Name
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
Not used
ERROR
GND
Not used
+ 5V pulled up.
Not used
Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 9
RS-232C Serial Interface
The RS-232C Serial interface of your plotter conforms to the RS-232C Standard of Electronic
Industries Association (EIA). This serial interface performs the serial transfer of digital binary
data, control signals and SYNC signals.
Specifications
Standard
Synchronization
Transfer Rate
Stop Bit
Parity
Character length
CCITT V.24, EIA RS-232C, JIS X5101
Asynchronous start-stop
19200 bits/s
2 stop bits
Even, odd, none
7 or 8 bits
Electrical Characteristics
Input voltage level
Output voltage level
RD,SD
(Negative logic)
+5V to +12V
-5V to -12V
+5V to +8V
-5V to -8V
RS,CD,DR,ER
(Positive Logic)
Logical “0” “ON”
Logical “1” “OFF”
Logical “0” “ON”
Logical “1” “OFF”
Setting the Interface Functions ♦ C7 - 10
Pin Assignment of the Serial Connector
The pin assignment of the serial interface connector is described below.
Pin
No.
1
Signal Name
Pin No.
Signal name
GND (Frame)
14
Not used
2
SD (TxD)
15
Not used
3
RD (RxD)
16
Not used
4
RS (RTS)
17
Not used
5
CS(CTS)
18
Not used
6
DR(DSR)
19
Not used
7
GND (LOGIC)
20
ER (DTR)
8
Not used
21
Not used
9
Not used
22
Not used
10
Not used
23
Not used
11
Not used
24
Not used
12
Not used
25
Not used
13
Not used
Cable Connection
The cable pin assignment of the serial interface connector from the 25 pin plotter connector to the
9 pin computer connector or the 25 pin computer connector is described below.
Specifications ♦ C8 - 1
Chapter 8 Specifications
This chapter describes the plotter’s main specifications
Main Specifications: FC4100-75
CPU
Configuration
Drive
Maximum cutting area
Guaranteed precision cutting
area
Compatible media width
Maximum cutting speed
Cutting pressure
Minimum character size
Mechanical resolution
Programmable resolution
Number of cutters/pens
Cutter types
Pen types
Pounce types
Compatible media
Standard interfaces
Buffer memory
Resident command sets
LCD Panel
Compatible paper for pouncing
Power supply
Power consumption
Operating environment
External dimensions
Weight
16-Bit
Grit-rolling cutting plotter
Digital Servo
759 mm (29.9 in.)
1
9 m (30 ft.) with approved media
851 mm (33.5 in.)
900 mm/sec with Firmware version 1.12 or before.
1260 mm/sec with Firmware version 1.13 or later.
350 g
3 mm (0.125 in.) alphanumeric Helvetica med. Font
0.005 mm (0.0002 in.)
TM 2
GP-GL: 0.01 mm (0.0004 in.) and HP-GL
: 0.025 mm
(0.001in.)
1
Supersteel, ceramic and sapphire blades
Water and oil based fiber-tip, water based ballpoint, ceramic,
refillable ink, and disposable ink pens
1.2 mm diameter pin
Mono-vinyl chloride media, fluorescent media, and media for
1
illuminated displays, high reflective media , up to 0.25 mm
3
thick, Sandblast rubber up to 1mm thick
RS-232C, Centronics-compatible parallel
1 Mb
2
HP-GL , GP-GL
20 characters x 4 lines: Supports 12 languages: Danish,
Dutch, English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian,
Japanese, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish
Regular paper from 0.06 to 0.13 mm thick
100-240 VAC/48-62 Hz Universal Power Supply
80 VA max.
Temperature: +10 º C to +35 º C (50 º F to 95 º F)
Humidity 35 % to 75 % (non-condensing)
1054 mm (w) x 356 mm (h) x 465 mm (d) max.
41.5 in. (w) x 14 in. (h) x 18.3 in. (d) max.
Approximately 29 kg (64 lb.) [with Accuload installed]
1 When using Graphtec-specified media
2 HP-GL is a trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company
3 Using CB15U-K30 blades to cut sandblast rubber
Specifications ♦ C8 - 2
Main Specifications: FC4100-100
CPU
Configuration
Drive
Maximum cutting area
Guaranteed precision cutting
area
Compatible media width
Maximum cutting speed
Cutting pressure
Minimum character size
Mechanical resolution
Programmable resolution
Number of cutters/pens
Cutter types
Pen types
Pounce types
Compatible media
Standard interfaces
Buffer memory
Resident command sets
LCD Panel
Compatible paper for pouncing
Power supply
Power consumption
Operating environment
External dimensions
Weight
16-Bit
Grit-rolling cutting plotter
Digital Servo
1067 mm (42 in.)
1
9 m (30 ft.) with approved media
1173 mm (46.2 in.)
900 mm/sec with Firmware version 1.12 or before.
1260 mm/sec with Firmware version 1.13 or later.
350 g
3 mm (0.125 in.) alphanumeric Helvetica med. Font
0.005 mm (0.0002 in.)
TM 2
GP-GL: 0.01 mm (0.0004 in.) and HP-GL
: 0.025 mm
(0.001in.)
1
Supersteel, ceramic and sapphire blades
Water and oil based fiber-tip, water based ballpoint, ceramic,
refillable ink, and disposable ink pens
1.2 mm diameter pin
Mono-vinyl chloride media, fluorescent media, and media for
1
illuminated displays, high reflective media , up to 0.25 mm
3
thick, Sandblast rubber up to 1mm thick
RS-232C, Centronics-compatible parallel
1 Mb
2
HP-GL , GP-GL
20 characters x 4 lines: Supports 12 languages: Danish,
Dutch, English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian,
Japanese, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish
Regular paper from 0.06 to 0.13 mm thick
100-240 VAC/48-62 Hz Universal Power Supply
90 VA max.
Temperature: +10 º C to +35 º C (50 º F to 95 º F)
Humidity 35 % to 75 % (non-condensing)
1385 mm (w) x 1207 mm (h) x 623 mm (d) max. with stand
54.5 in. (w) x 47.5 in. (h) x 24.5 in. (d) max. with stand
Approximately 52 kg (115 lb.) [with the Stand and Accuload
installed]
1 When using Graphtec-specified media
2 HP-GL is a trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company
3 Using CB15U-K30 blades to cut sandblast rubber
Specifications ♦ C8 - 3
Main Specifications: FC4100-130
CPU
Configuration
Drive
Maximum cutting area
Guaranteed precision cutting
area
Compatible media width
Maximum cutting speed
Cutting pressure
Minimum character size
Mechanical resolution
Programmable resolution
Number of cutters/pens
Cutter types
Pen types
Pounce types
Compatible media
Standard interfaces
Buffer memory
Resident command sets
LCD Panel
Compatible paper for pouncing
Power supply
Power consumption
Operating environment
External dimensions
Weight
16-Bit
Grit-rolling cutting plotter
Digital Servo
1372 mm (54 in.)
1
9 m (30 ft.) with approved media
1478 mm (58.2 in.)
900 mm/sec with Firmware version 1.12 or before.
1260 mm/sec with Firmware version 1.13 or later.
350 g
3 mm (0.125 in.) alphanumeric Helvetica med. font
0.005 mm (0.0002 in.)
TM 2
GP-GL: 0.01 mm (0.0004 in.) and HP-GL
: 0.025 mm
(0.001in.)
1
Supersteel, ceramic and sapphire blades
Water and oil based fiber-tip, water based ballpoint, ceramic,
refillable ink, and disposable ink pens
1.2 mm diameter pin
Mono-vinyl chloride media, fluorescent media, and media for
1
illuminated displays, high reflective media , up to 0.25 mm
3
thick, Sandblast rubber up to 1mm thick
RS-232C, Centronics-compatible parallel
1 Mb
2
HP-GL , GP-GL
20 characters x 4 lines: Supports 12 languages: Danish,
Dutch, English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian,
Japanese, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish
Regular paper from 0.06 to 0.13 mm thick
100-240 VAC/48-62 Hz Universal Power Supply
100 VA max.
Temperature: +10 º C to +35 º C (50 º F to 95 º F)
Humidity 35 % to 75 % (non-condensing)
1690 mm (w) x 1207 mm (h) x 623 mm (d) max. with stand
66.5 in. (w) x 47.5 in. (h) x 24.5 in. (d) max. with stand
Approximately 58 kg (128 lb.) [with Stand and Accuload
installed]
1 When using Graphtec-specified media
2 HP-GL is a trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company
3 Using CB15U-K30 blades to cut sandblast rubber
Specifications ♦ C8 - 4
Options
Item
Stand & Media Basket FC4100-75
Media Basket FC4100-100
Media Basket FC4100-130
Multi Media Supply Kit FC4100-75
Multi Media Supply Kit FC4100-100
Multi Media Supply Kit FC4100-130
Pounce Tool
Contents
Stand, Collapsible media basket
Collapsible media basket
Collapsible media basket
Rollers, Brackets
Rollers, Brackets
Rollers, Brackets
Pouncing tool assembly
Specifications ♦ C8 - 5
External Dimensions
FC4100-75 without Stand
FC4100-75 with Stand and Basket Option
Specifications ♦ C8 - 6
FC4100-100 without Stand
FC4100-100 with Stand (Standard) and Basket (Option)
Specifications ♦ C8 - 7
FC4100-130 without Stand
FC4100-130 with Stand (Standard) and Basket (Option)
Options ♦ C9 - 1
Chapter 9 Options
The following are the FC4100 option user manuals.
FC4100 Pounce Tool Manual
Pouncing is a method used to create a punched outline on media. This is done by inserting a
special tool in the plotter that produces holes instead of plotting with a pen or cutting with a blade.
This outline or pattern has many uses such as aligning letters on a large job or creating a chalk
outline for graphics that will be hand-painted.
The pounce tool has a small point that is pressed into the media. The pounce conditions are set
from the conditions menu.
Force:
Sets the hole punching force during pouncing.
Speed:
Sets the traveling speed of the lowered pouncing tool.
Quality: Sets the acceleration rate of the pouncing tool.
Offset:
Sets the spacing between holes in mm units.
WARNING: To prevent bodily injury, handle the pouncing tool with care.
n Pounce tool points are very sharp. While handling the
pounce tool be careful to avoid cutting your fingers or other
parts of your body.
Sharp
Options ♦ C9 - 2
Inserting the Pounce Tool
Follow the procedure below to attach a pounce tool to the pen carriage:
1. Make sure the pen holder screw is loose.
2. While holding the pen holder upward, push the pouncing
tool all the way into the holder until its rim contacts the pen
stopper. The flat side of the tool must face the pen
carriage.
3. When the pouncing tool as been properly mounted,
tighten the screw.
NOTE: Align flat side of
pounce tool as
shown
Options ♦ C9 - 3
Select Pounce Tool from the Menu
1. Press the function key [F1] through [F4] corresponding to the number of the group whose
registered tool you wish to change.
2. Press the CONDITION key to select the tool.
3. Press the F4 key to select the tool you wish to use.
4. Press the RIGHT or LEFT ARROW key to scroll through the tool selection until you select
POUNCE to use the pouncing pen.
5. Press the ENTER key to select POUNCE.
Pounce Conditions
To change the setting of a group of conditions, press the function key [F1] to [F4] corresponding to
the number of the group you wish to change. For example, press the F2 key to select CONDITION
2.
1. Press the CONDITION key to get into the condition menu.
2. Press the NEXT key to cancel the condition where you are currently set and return to the main
menu.
To Change the Pounce Force
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Press the F1 key to change FORCE.
Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower the numeric value from 1 to 35.
Press the F3 key to change QUALITY.
Press the F4 key to change OFFSET.
Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
To Change the Pounce Speed
1. Press the F2 key to change SPEED.
2. Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower the numeric value from 1 to 90 and +. [1
to 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 70, 80, 90, +.] The + is 126cm/sec speed.
3. Press the F1 key to change FORCE.
4. Press the F3 key to change QUALITY.
5. Press the F4 key to change OFFSET.
6. Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
To Change the Pounce Quality
1. Press the F3 key to change QUALITY.
2. Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower the numeric value from 1 to 8. The
smaller the value, the higher the quality.
3. Press the F1 key to change FORCE.
4. Press the F2 key to change SPEED.
5. Press the F4 key to change OFFSET.
6. Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
To Change the Pounce Offset
1. Press the F4 key to change OFFSET.
2. Press the UP or DOWN ARROW key to raise or lower the numeric value from 1 to 99.
3. Press the ENTER key to register your setting.
NOTE: For the Pounce Condition, the Cutter Offset refers to the spacing between holes in mm
units.
Options ♦ C9 - 4
FC4100 Stand Manual
The FC4100 Stand is used to make the unit more portable, free up counter space and make storing
your plotter easier.
The Stand is option in the FC4100-75.
The Stand is standard accessory in the FC4100-100 and FC4100-130.
WARNING: Use two people to pick up the plotter.
CAUTION: Do not install the plotter onto the stand with the conveyor rollers or media installed.
The unit becomes unstable when heavy loads are added. In extreme cases, the unit
may tip over.
CAUTION: Improper assembly of these pieces may cause the unit to become unstable when
heavy loads are added. In extreme cases, the unit may tip over.
CAUTION: The longer length leg platform is installed towards the back of the unit.
NOTE: Always keep the wheels in a locked position when operating your plotter.
Contents
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Left Side Leg
Right Side Leg
Middle Bar
Eight M6 x 16mm Socket Cap Screws
M6 Hex Key
Options ♦ C9 - 5
Stand Assembly
The following information will give you step by step instructions on how to assemble the Stand for
the GRAPHTEC FC4100 Cutting Plotter. For the best results, please follow all instructions
carefully.
Assembly Area: Assemble the Stand on a secure, flat surface.
Tools: M6 Hex Key
1. Attach Middle Bar to left side of the stand with two M6 x
16mm Socket Cap Screws.
2. Attach Middle Bar to right side of the stand with two M6
x 16mm Socket Cap Screws.
Assembly Tip: If you insert the top screw through the
stand frame, you can quickly align the
middle bar screw holes to the screw
holes in the stand.
3. Insert Cap Plugs over the holes of the four M6 x 16mm
Socket Cap Screws.
4. Lock the Casters.
Options ♦ C9 - 6
5. Have two people set the plotter (without the Conveyor Rollers and Media installed) on the Stand
assembly using the index pins to align on the left and right top mounting brackets of the stand.
6. Secure unit with four M6 x 16mm Socket Cap Screws.
Options ♦ C9 - 7
FC4100 Basket Option
The FC4100 Basket is used to keep your media clean during long length cuts.
The Basket is option in the FC4100-75, FC4100-100 and FC4100-130.
WARNING: Use two people to pick up the plotter.
CAUTION: Remove the plotter from the stand before assembling the basket onto the stand.
CAUTION: Do not install the plotter onto the stand with the conveyor rollers or media installed.
The unit becomes unstable when heavy loads are added. In extreme cases, the unit
may tip over.
CAUTION: Improper assembly of these pieces may cause the unit to become unstable when
heavy loads are added. In extreme cases, the unit may tip over.
CAUTION: The longer length leg platform is installed towards the back of the unit.
NOTE: The basket was designed to be used with Graphtec recommended media only. Other
media may be stiffer and will not flow into the basket smoothly.
NOTE: Always keep the wheels in a locked position when operating your plotter.
Contents
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Four M6 x 16mm Socket Cap Screws
Four Hole Plugs
Cloth Basket
Two Basket Tubes
Two Tube Brackets
Eight Bushings with an Inner Diameter of .625” (If included)
Two Basket Brackets
Four Tube Stops
M6 Hex Key
Options ♦ C9 - 8
Basket Assembly
The following information will give you step by step instructions on how to assemble the Basket
Assembly for the GRAPHTEC FC4100 Cutting Plotter. For the best results, please follow all
instructions carefully.
Assembly Area: Assemble the Basket on a secure, flat surface.
Tools: M6 Hex Key
Mallet or Rubber Hammer
1. Attach Tube Bracket to the upper two
holes in the left side of the stand with two
M6 x 16mm Socket Cap Screws.
2. Attach Tube Bracket to the upper two
holes in the right side of the stand with
two M6 x 16mm Socket Cap Screws.
3. Insert eight .625 Diameter Bushings into
the front and rear holes of the Tube
Bracket.
(Step 3 in necessary only on those units
where the bushing are included in the
Basket Option.)
Options ♦ C9 - 9
4. Install one Basket Tube thru the top two holes of
the Tube Brackets front and rear.
5. Install the remaining Basket Tube thru the bottom
two holes of the Tube Brackets rear and front.
6. Push the two Basket Tubes in all the way.
7. Install the Tube Stoppers into the end of the Tubes; use
a Mallet or Rubber Hammer if necessary to tap in the
stoppers.
NOTE: Do not pull out the tube during operation and
dislodge the caps.
Options ♦ C9 - 10
8. Insert one Basket Bracket into an end of
the Cloth Basket. The hook opening
MUST face away from the velcro
fasteners. Be sure to insert the bracket all
the way thru until the three hooks exit the
openings clearly.
9. Repeat on other end.
Velcro
10. Slide the Basket thru the Stand. The
velcro must face toward the bottom.
Position the Basket so that the Middle
Bar is between the two sets of velcro
11. Fold the Cloth Basket over the Middle
Bar and velcro the Basket in place.
12. Lift the Basket Brackets and mount the
hooks to the tube.
13. Make sure the Basket is aligned and not skewed.
Top View
Options ♦ C9 - 11
14. Have two people set the plotter
(without the Conveyor Rollers
and Media installed) on the
stand assembly using the
index pins to align on the left
and right top mounting
brackets of the stand.
15. Secure unit with four M6
screws.
Options ♦ C9 - 12
FC4100 Media Roll Holder Option
The FC4100 Media Roll Holder allows multiple roll capabilities and easy storage of your common
media colors.
The Media Roll Holder is option in the FC4100-75, FC4100-100 and FC4100-130.
To use the media stored in the Media Roll Holder, you must.
1. First remove the roll of media from your Accuload™ system.
2. Load the Media using the outside Accuload™ roller as an idler.
3. Make sure to feed the media correctly.
4. Make sure to move the roll holders closer together as the rolls become smaller.
5. Make sure to load rolls or logs of media using the top position first, then middle and finally the
bottom position.
6. Make sure the diameter of the media is no larger than 6 inches.
CAUTION: Removing the plotter from the stand when the conveyor rollers are loaded will cause
the unit to become unstable and tip over.
Load the Media
using the outside
Accuload™ roller
as an idler.
Options ♦ C9 - 13
Contents
1. Two Media Stand Plate
2. Six Conveyor Rollers
3. Twelve M6 x 12mm Socket Cap Screws (Fourteen Screws are in the FC4100-100 and
FC4100-130 Option)
4. M6 Hex Key
5. One User Manual
6. Stiffener Rod (Only in the FC4100-100 and FC4100-130 Option)
NOTE: The FC4100-100 and FC4100-130 Media Roll Holders carry a heavier load than the
FC4100-75 option, therefore they have a Stiffener Rod with two additional screws to add
extra support.
Assemble the Media Holders
The following information will give you step by step instructions on how to assemble the Media
Holder Assembly for the GRAPHTEC FC4100 Cutting Plotter. For the best results, please follow all
instructions carefully.
Please note that the Media Holder option for the FC4100-100 and FC4100-130 Cutting Plotter has
an additional brace to support the larger media rolls.
NOTE: Keep casters locked during assembly.
Assembly Area: Assemble the Media Roll Holder on a secure, flat surface.
Tools: M6 Hex Key
1. Assemble the plate to the left side stand (the lower
media arm faces the rear) with six M6 x 12mm
Socket Cap Screws.
2. Install the other plate on the right side.
Options ♦ C9 - 14
3. Attach the Stiffener Rod between the tow
Plates with two M6 x 12mm Socket Cap
Screws.
4. Insert the lower two conveyor rollers.
5. Insert the middle two conveyor rollers.
6. Insert the top two conveyor rollers.
NOTE: Make sure the
conveyor rollers are
straight.
Make sure the conveyor roller is
seated all the way into the notch.
Appendix ♦ AP - 1
Appendix
Information to the User
Compliance Information Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Appendix ♦ AP - 2
EC Declaration of Conformity
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We,
Manufacturer’s Name :
Graphtec Technology, Incorporated
Manufacturer’s Address :
45A Parker
Irvine, California, USA 92618
EU Representative:
Tony Hudson
Graphtec (GB) Ltd.
Suite 31, Redwither Tower
Redwither Business Park
Wrexham LL13 9XT, UK
declare under our sole responsibility that the product,
Product Name :
Cutting Pro
Model Number :
FC4100-75, FC4100-100, FC4100-130
Optional Accessory:
Stand and Media Basket
CE Mark Applied :
1999
to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards or other
normative documents,
Safety :
UL1950
EN 60950 / 08.92
EN 60950 A1 / 01.93
EN 60950 A2 / 08.93
EMC :
CISPR22:1993 CLASS A / EN55022:1994 CLASS A
VCCI A
EN 50082-1:1997
following the provisions of 73/23/EEC, Low Voltage Directive and the
89/336/EEC, 93/68/EEC,EMC Directive.
Danilo Santos
Takao Makimura
QA-QC Coordinator
President / QA-QC Manager
Index ♦ ID - 1
INDEX
A
Accessories
Accuload System
Assemble
Accuload System
Basket
Cutter Pen
Media Roll Holder
Pounce
Stand
Adjust
Push roller positions
C3-9,
Blade Length
Distance
Advanced Function & Settings
Area
Attaching
Accuload System
Basket
Cutter Pen
Media Roll Holder
Pounce
Stand
Auto Pre Feed
Axis Alignment
C1-1
C1-3
C1-3
C9-7
SP-3
C9-12
C9-2
C9-4
C3-14
C2-6
C4-36
C4-1
C4-10
C1-3
C9-7
SP-3
C9-12
C9-2
C9-4
C4-28
C4-22
B
Background
Settings
Settings for GP-GL
Settings for HP-GL
Basket Option
Blade
CB09UA
CB15U
CB15U-K30
CB15-10C
CB15-05S
Handling
Length
Buffer Clear
C5-1
C5-3
C5-8
C9-7
C2-1
C2-1
C2-1
C2-1
C2-1
SP-2
C2-6
C4-7
C
Caution
Cable Connection
CB09UA Blade
CB15U Blade
CB15U-K30 Blade
CB15-10C Blade
CB15-05S Blade
Centronics Interface
Circle Resolution
SP-5, SP-6
S7-10
C2-1
C2-1
C2-1
C2-1
C2-1
C1-5, C7-6
C5-12
Command
Error Messages
Selecting
“W” Command
“;” Command
“:” Command
Condition
Cutter
Light Pointer
List
Pen
Pounce
Priority
Setting
Connecting
Interface
To the Computer
To the Power
Continue
Control Panel
Copy
Cutter
Conditions
Pen Nomenclature
Cutters and Holders
Cutting
Blades
Test
C6-18
C7-5
C5-4
C5-3
C5-3
C3-23
C3-32
C6-1
C3-28
C3-30
C5-4, C5-9
C3-21
C1-5
C1-5
C1-6
C3-19
C3-1
C4-3
C3-23
C2-2
C2-1
SP-2
C3-25
D
Daily Maintenance
SP-8
Data Dump
C6-3
Data Sorting
C4-18
Declaration of Conformity
AP-2
Dimensions
C8-5, C8-6, C8-7
Distance Adjust
C4-36
E
Error
Messages and Their Causes
Messages in GP-GL
Messages in HP-GL
Expand
External Dimensions C8-5, C8-6,
C6-14
C6-18
C6-20
C4-13
C8-7
F
Feed
Changing Speed
Function
Pre Feed
Force
Cutter
C3-33
C4-8
C4-28
C3-23
Index ♦ ID - 2
Pen
Pounce
Function
Area
Auto Pre Feed
Axis Alignment
Buffer Clear
Copy
Command
Condition List
Data Dump
Data Sorting
Distance Adjust
Expand
Feed
Interface Settings
Offset Angle
Offset Force
Origin
Origin in HP-GL
Page Length
Pen Up/Down
Rotate
RS-232C Settings
Menu
Mirror
Scale
Self Test
Speed
Step Pass
Step Size
Tangential Emulation
C3-28
C3-30
C4-10
C4-28
C4-22
C4-7
C4-3
C7-5
C6-1
C6-3
C4-18
C4-36
C4-13
C4-8
C7-2
C4-33
C4-34
C4-2
C4-9
C4-16
C4-6
C4-17
C7-4
C3-4
C4-20
C4-21
C6-5
C4-32
C4-35
C7-3
C4-30
G
GP-GL
Background Settings
Command Selecting
Graphtec Home Page
C5-3
C7-5
T-1
Media Roll Holder
Pounce
Stand
Interface
C9-12
C9-2
C9-4
C1-5, C7-2
J
K
Keys
C3-1, C3-2
L
Language Selection C3-5, C5-3, C5-8
Length Unit
C5-5, C5-10
Light Pointer Conditions
C3-32
List Condition
C6-1
Loading Media
Roll
C3-12
Sheet
C3-7
M
Maintenance
SP-8
Media
Roll Holder Option
C9-12
Roll Media Loading
C3-12
Select Type
C3-18
Sheet Media Loading
C3-7
Size Sensor Control
C5-6, C5-11
Menu
Function
C3-4
Initial
C3-4
Keys
C3-2
Tree of Background Setting
C5-2
Mirror
C4-20
Model No. Response
C5-8
More information
T-1
Multilanguage Display
C3-5
N
H
Handling the Cutting Blades
HP-GL
Background Settings
Command Selecting
SP-2
C5-8
C7-5
C1-2
C2-2
SP-7
SP-6
O
I
Indicator Lamps
Initial
Blade Control Position
Menu
Routine
Installing
Accuload System
Basket
Cutter Pen
Nomenclature (Mainframe)
Nomenclature (Cutter Pen)
Notes
Use
Working Environment
C3-1
C5-5, C5-9
C3-4
C3-20
C1-3
C9-7
SP-3
Offset
Angle
Cutter
Force
Pounce
Options
Origin
Function
Origin in HP-GL
C4-33
C3-24
C4-34
C3-31
C8-2, C9-1
C4-2
C4-9
Index ♦ ID - 3
Out of the Box
C1-1
P
Page Length
Parallel Interface
C1-5, C7-1,
Pen
Conditions
Up/Down
Up/Down for “W” Command
Up Movement Control
C5-6,
Up Speed
Pinch Roller
Sensor Control
C5-7,
Positions
C3-9,
Plotter Pen Conditions
Plunger
PHP31-CB15
C2-1, C2-2,
PHP32-CB09
C2-1, C2-3,
PHP32-CB09N
C2-1, C2-2,
PHP32-CB15
C2-1, C2-3,
PHP32-CB15N
C2-1, C2-2,
Position
Alarm
SP-6, C3-2,
Keys
Pinch Roller
C3-9,
Pounce
Conditions
Tool Option
Power
C1-6,
Pre Feed
Preparing to Cut
Precautions
C4-16
C7-6
C3-28
C4-6
C5-4
C5-10
C4-32
C5-11
C3-14
C3-28
C2-5
C2-4
C2-4
C2-4
C2-4
C6-17
C3-2
C3-14
C3-30
C9-1
C1-7
C4-28
C3-1
SP-1
Q
Quality
Cutter
Pen
Pounce
C3-24
C3-29
C3-31
R
Replacing Blades
PHP31-CB15
PHP32-CB09
PHP32-CB09N
PHP32-CB15
PHP32-CB15N
The Cutting Blade
Roll 1
Roll 2
Roll Media
Rotate
RS-232C
SP-7, C1-5, C7-1,
Running Cutting Test
C2-5
C2-4
C2-4
C2-4
C2-4
C2-4
C3-18
C3-18
C3-12
C4-17
C7-4,
C7-9
C3-25
S
Scale
Select Keys
Select
Function Menu
Media Type
Tool from the Menu
Serial Interface
SP-7, C1-5,
C7-4,
Self Test
Sensor
Pinch Roller
C5-7,
Media Size
C5-6,
Setting
Background
Background for GP-GL
Conditions
Interface Function
Multilanguage Display
Sheet
Sheet Media
Sorting
Special Precautions
Specifications
Speed
Cutter
Feed
Pen
Pen Up
Pounce
Stand
Step
Pass
Size
Storing the Plotter
C4-21
C3-1
C3-4
C3-18
C3-21
C7-1,
C7-9
C6-5
C5-11
C5-11
C5-1
C5-3
C3-21
C7-2
C3-5
C3-19
C3-7
C4-18
SP-1
C8-1
C3-23
C3-33
C3-29
C4-32
C3-30
C9-4
C4-35
C7-3
SP-8
T
Tangential Emulation
C3-22, C4-30
Test
Cutting
C3-25
Self
C6-5
Test 1
C3-26
Test 2
C3-26
Cutting Pro
C3-27
Tree
Function Menu
C3-4
Initial Menu
C3-4
Menu of Background Setting
C5-2
Troubleshooting
Improper Initialization
C6-8
Plotter doesn’t Operate Properly
C6-9
Plotter doesn’t work
C6-7
Poor Cutting Results
C6-12
Turn on the Plotter
C3-6
Index ♦ ID - 4
U
Unit Length
C5-5
V
W
“W” Command
Withdrawal of the Pen Carriage
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C5-4
C3-34
SP-6
T-1
T-1
X
Y
Z
Others
“:” Command Control
“;” Command Control
C5-3
C5-3
The specifications, etc., in this manual are subject to change without notice.
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Part No. 53801-072T Rev. B
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